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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - OCTOBER 27. 1997 5 . David Monson, applicant, stated City staff did a good job in describing this proposal. He noted that the compnter generated perspective is somewhat distorted with regard to the actual size of the gables and vestibule. Councilmember Aplikowski requested clarification of the reason for the Planning Commission's recommendation for denial of the deck variances. Mr. Ringwald statcd it was because the decks can be constructed elsewhere on the property and because the variance was so large. Councilmember Aplikowski inquired if this reflects the wishes of the applicants. Mr. Monson stated they would prefer to build the decks as originally requested and noted that the yard area is about 3,000 square feet and the deck is only 100 square feet. Also, the deck would be elevated from the street by eight feet and surrounded by six-foot high shrubs so it would be virtually invisible from the street while still affording a view of the lake over the hedge, Mayor Probst inquired regarding the proposed setback for the decks. Mr. Ringwald replied they would be 30 feet on the south, and 10.1 feet on the west (when 40 feet is required). Mayor Probst requested clarification that the garage variance is necessary because it is the only buildable location on the lot. Mr. Ringwald stated that was correct and added that this addition would bring this house up to the standard of others in the area. . MOTION: Malone moved and Keim seconded a motion to approve Planning Case #97-22, David Monson and Mary Hirschboeck, 1175 Edgewater Avenue West, for a 27.5 foot variance for an attached garage addition based on the rationale of the unique slope of the propeliy and lack of ability to locate the garage on any other part of the property; and a 24 foot variance to construct a 6 x 6 foot vestibule, based on the fact that most homes have such an area and subject to construction compliance with the actual drawings presented and staff s letter. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). 1. Case #97-05, North Heights Lutheran Church, 1700 West Highway 96, Planned Unit Development Amendment (PUD) Mr. Ringwald explained that North Heights Lutheran Church is requesting an amendment to the PUD to redefine exterior materials on the south and west sides of the gymnasium at the southerly extension of the Phase II construction, He reported the Planning Commission directed the applicant to either use all brick or harmonize the two areas into a single aesthetically pleasing look. The applicant has stated their desire to tie the lines of brick to the sides and front to harmonize all materials. Mr. Ringwald reviewed the alternatives presented by the applicant and indicated the applicant did follow the direction of the Planning Commission in their revised submittal. He requcstcd the City Council decide if they want to pursue an all brick building or accept the modifications presented in the applicant's rendering. . Councilmember Malone stated he could not tell from the applicant's rendering what materials were being proposed. He stated that it is clear from the proceedings that the city was expecting much more. Councilmember Malone stated he is not prepared to consider approval based on what the Council has received.