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City of Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting for November 6, 2019 P:\Planning\Planning Cases\2019\19-015 - 3244 Sandeen Road\Memos Reports Page 5 of 6 2. The Subject Property is currently a vacant lot in the R-2 Single and Two Family Residential District that is non-conforming given the R-2 District's minimum width and area requirements. 3. The proposed increase FAR of 3,400 square feet would be 30 percent on a standard 11,000 square foot lot and would constant with the R-2 zoning district requirements. 4. The Applicant is requesting a variance to build a single-family detached dwelling with a 30-foot front yard setback instead of 40 feet required by ordinance. 5. If granted a variance, the proposed property would meet all other minimum setback requirements for the R-2 District, as indicated by the plans submitted by the Applicant. 6. The proposed development would not encroach on the bluff or any flood plains, wetlands, or easements. 7. The proposed development is not expected to impact any significant trees on the property. Variance Findings: 1. The variance request would comply with the purpose and intent of the R-2 Zoning District and with the policies within the City’s Comprehensive Plan. 2. The proposed addition is a reasonable use of the property. 3. The proposed addition will not alter the character of the neighborhood and is consistent with the other dwellings in the neighborhood. Staff do not believe that granting a variance would negatively impact neighboring properties. 4. The proposed variance is not based on economic consideration. 5. A solar energy system is not proposed. However, the proposed addition would not impact the ability to construct a solar energy system onsite or on an adjoining property. Options and Motion Language Staff has provided the following options and motion language for this case. The Planning Commission should consider providing additional findings of fact as part of the motion to support their recommendation for approval or denial. • Recommend Approval with Conditions: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 19-015 for a Variance at 3244 Sandeen Road, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the three (3) conditions in the October 9, 2019 Report to the Planning Commission: 1. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. 2. A Building Permit shall be issued prior to commencement of construction. 3. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. • Recommend Approval as Submitted: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 19- 015 for a Variance at 3244 Sandeen Road, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans in the May 9, 2018 Report to the Planning Commission.