06-07-1989 Regular Planning Commission Meeting Agenda

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Minutes of the Arden Hills Planning Commission Meeting, June 7, 1989 Page 2 CASE #89-07 (Cont'd) Planner Bergly recommended approval of the SUP and listed rationale on page 2 of his report. He suggested Commission may wish to review the code to discuss whether or not this type of • request should be included in the "Miscellaneous Towers" classification of the Zoning Code or if the procedure for application and review should be changed. Chairman Probst questioned if there was anyone present who wished to be heard. Sheri Wingard, property manager at 8 Pine Tree Drive, was present to represent the property owner and spoke in support of the proposed antenna installation. Chairman Probst asked if there were any further comments. There was no response and the public hearing was closed at 7:40 p.m. Zehm moved, seconded by Winiecki, that Commission recommend to Council approval of Case #89-07, Special Use Permit to install a 4 ft. x 6 ft. "miscellaneous tower" for Farmers Insurance Group at 8 Pine Tree Drive, based on the following factors: 1. The antenna is not visible from nearby residences, 2. The antenna is barely visible from nearby businesses and streets, and 3. The antenna is far less obtrusive than most of the rooftop mechanical equipment in the vicinity. Motion carried unanimously. (7-0) Chairman Probst questioned what steps staff would be taking to notify the property owner the existing antenna on the roof requires a special use permit. Planner Bergly advised he has discussed the matter briefly with Council and they indicated the property managers in all buildings in the City should be notified of the Ordinances pertaining to antennas and other matters such as; parking, • outside storage, etc. Bergly stated a letter is being drafted by staff for Council review. Wingert, property manager for 8 Pine Tree Drive, advised Commission the tenant had been advised of the requirements and would make application for the permit. Commission discussed painting the antenna and if the reception would be altered by painting. Myrhe stated the antenna can be painted, however, some manufacturers do not recommend painting. Member Woodburn recalled neighborhood concern relative to a ground-based antenna along County Road E and another in the Fairview Avenue area. Councilmember Winiecki suggested the "Satellite Dish Antennae" be separated from the "Miscellaneous Towers" definition. She noted that applications for towers, such as radio towers, have been controversial in the city. CASE #89-06; VAR'S Planner Bergly reviewed his report of 6-7-89, relative to SIDEYARD & LKSHORE, an application for an eight foot sideyard setback 3220 NO. HAMLINE, variance and a five foot lakeshore setback variance, 3220 T. LYNCH No. Hamline Avenue, Thomas Lynch. The Planner briefly explained the background of previous variances granted for • this property; a larger lot was divided requiring a Lot Area Variance and a setback variance for a patio was also approved. He stated the owner designed a home to fit the unconventionally shaped lot and now is requesting a variance to construct a screened porch over the existing concrete patio.