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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - APRIL 30, 2001 3 . Councilmember Aplikowski asked about the height of the taller buildings. Mr. Larson responded they would like seven to eight levels if possible. He stated they are trying to clear out some of the site so they can develop the next phase. He noted that with the parking ramp they would have 400 additional parking spots. Mr. Reimer stated they have huge parking lots and they would like to break them up and add additional greenspace. He noted the parking ramp allows them to do that and add the greenspace. Councilmember Grant asked about the proposed buildings and ramps impact on traffic flow. Mr. Rymer responded that is all part of the planning to be done. He stated parking studies and lot flows need to be studied. He noted he doubts they would have all that information by the end of the year. Mayor Probst asked ifthe parking ramp is to set the stage for future changes. Mr. Reimer responded in the affirmative. He stated the ramp would serve buildings A, B, & C. He stated that frees up a lot of surface parking. MOTION: Councilmember Grant moved and Councilmember Aplikowski seconded a motion to receive approve Planning Case 01-02, PUD Amendment and Site Plan Review with all the conditions recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion carried unanimously (5-0). . 2. Planning Case 01-06, Jon Lundin, 1164 Amble Drive, Variance (Lakeshore setback). Ms. Chaput explained the applicant is requesting a variance from the ordinary high water mark setback ofKarth Lake (43 feet proposed, with cantilever). She stated 75 feet is required for the expansion of an existing deck with an enclosed patio on grade. She noted the new deck would be slightly larger and would be located no closer to the Ordinary High Water (OHW) setback from Karth Lake than the existing deck. She added this is the second variance from the OHW of Karth Lake within the last six months. She stated the Planning Commission has based their recommendation on the assumption the setback would be amended from 75 to 50 feet in May. She noted the Commission recommended that development on this property be permitted no closer than 50 feet to the lake. She added the deadline for Agency actions is May 11,2001. She added there was a letter of opposition received from the city by Dr. Cesar Farrell. She stated he was concerned about the quality of the lake and the affect of moving a structure closer. She noted that after an explanation of the project, he was not as concerned. She read the recommendations of the Planning Commission. . Mr. Jon Lundin stated his wife and he request this approval for a variance for a new deck with a screened porch underneath. He noted no part of the screened porch would go outside the existing footprint. He added they are getting a little cantilever because there would be better drainage. He stated the deck has been there for 22 years and is 45 feet from the lake. He noted they used an architect to enhance the appearance of the home. He added they have been told others have been successful in requests for variances before so he paid the money for site a survey. He stated