PC 09-07-2005 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - SEPTEMBER 7, 2005 4 . Commissioner McClung stated there was no interest from the Commission to come back and entertain variances for setbacks, etc. Mr. Kotoski stated he would not be coming back and request any variances for the homes because the pads were large enough to build on. Commissioner Larson stated he would not entertain a variance for decks or patios either. Mr. Kotoski responded a variance for these types of amenities would not be necessary. Chair Sand closed the public hearing at 7:38 p.m. Commissioner Larson stated the Planning Commission has made a finding that the proposed variances are not merely inconveniences, the conditions upon which the variances are based are unique to the property, and the variances will not be substantially detrimental to the public welfare and are in concert with City regulations. Commissioner Larson moved, seconded by Commissioner Bezdicek to recommend approval of Planning Case No. 05-19, Richard Kotoski and Kim Bryson dlbla Bryson Woods, 2233 Dellwood Street, Roseville, MN; Preliminary Plat (1978 Thorn Drive) subject to the conditions as outlined in staffs September 7, 2005 report, the addition of the fifth condition for removal of structures, and adding the following conditions: That a grading and drainage plan must be submitted to the City for review prior to the issuance of any building permits; and ?? . Commissioner Zimmerman stated he did not feel this was consistent with the rest of the neighborhood and he did not believe the lots were large enough to work. He stated applicant had demonstrated that a house would fit on Lot I and Lot I fell within their guidelines. He stated he was not concerned about this because ofthe shape of the lot. The motion carried (5-1 Commissioner Zimmerman opposed). B. PLANNING CASE 05-20: PAUL RUPPEL, 1541 MILLPOND CT., CHASKA. MN: FIVE-FOOT SIDE YARD SETBACK VARIANCE FOR A DETACHED GARAGE (1911 GLEN PAUL AVENUE) Mr. Hellegers stated applicant was requesting a five-foot side yard setback variance for a new detached garage in approximately the same location as the existing garage. Staff recommended approval of the five-foot side yard setback for a new detached garage after making the findings that the variance meets the hardship criteria and would not have an adverse impact on surrounding properties or the City as a whole. Commissioner Larson asked if this lot were clear and a new home was built on this site, what would be the garage space required. Mr. Hellegers replied there was no minimum garage space requirement, but from a functional standpoint, it would not be practical. Commissioner McClung stated if a new home was built today, it would probably have an . attached garage. Commissioner Larson stated in the community where he worked, they required a minimum oftwo car garage.