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City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for February 24th, 2020 Page 4 of 5 6. The principle structure is 52 feet from the OHWL. 7. Decks, uncovered porches, ramps, and steps generally may extend six (6) feet into required setbacks but in no case shall these encroachments be less than six (6) feet from any lot line. 8. The proposed deck on the Subject Property would otherwise conform to all other requirements and standards of the R-2 district and Shoreland Management Regulations. 9. The proposed development would not encroach on any flood plains, wetlands, or easements. 10. A variance shall be granted if the Applicant meets all three factors of the statutory test for practical difficulties. Recommendation The Planning Commission recommended approval by a 5-0 vote of Planning Case 19-020 for a Variance at 3159 Shoreline Lane, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans in the February 5, 2020 Report to the Planning Commission, as amended by the following conditions: 1. A Building Permit shall be issued prior to commencement of construction. 2. The proposed building shall conform to all other standards and regulations in the City Code. Public Notice Although a variance does not require a public hearing, a public meeting notice was prepared by the City and mailed to properties within 500 feet of the subject property. Public Comments Staff received one (1) phone call regarding the proposed variance request since the February 5, 2020 Planning Commission meeting. Deadline for Agency Actions The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on January 24, 2020. Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by March 24, 2020 (60 days), unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60-day review period. With consent of the Applicant, the City may extend the review period beyond the initial 120 days. Options and Motion Language The following are options and motion language for this case. The City Council should consider providing additional findings of fact as part of the motion to support their recommendation for approval or denial. Should the Council move forward with this item, a draft resolution is included as Attachment H.