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<br /> ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - MARCH 2, 2005 5 <br /> . 2. When these 2 lots were developed some 7 years ago, it was my understanding that <br /> for safety reasons there would be a common entrance to the residences. Today, <br /> with increased traffic flow on Lexington Ave. the addition of two entrances could <br /> make for an even less safe condition than was thought of 7 years ago. This would <br /> be a short distance on a roadway like Lexington and could add to motorist <br /> confusion. <br /> 3. The entire neighborhoods of Karth Lake Hills and Karth Lake Estates are able to <br /> access Lexington Ave. with little backup and only 2 entrances/exits to Lexington <br /> Ave. <br /> Additional Concerns: <br /> Trees and natural woodland removal <br /> Lights from vehicles using the Sabot driveway shining into my backyard <br /> Water runoff toward my yard; their property elevation is slightly higher than mine <br /> ViSual privacy <br /> My home value <br /> It has recently come to my attention that the Sabot residence is not complying with some <br /> Arden Hills residential regulations. <br /> The Sabots have conducted an internet shopping business out of their Lexington Ave. <br /> . home since shortly after moving in. (about 4 years) Apparently clients come to their <br /> home to learn how to use the internet site and do their own business. This business seems <br /> to be sporadic, and has been less activity recently. <br /> I have been recently informed by Peter HeIlegers of the following regulations regarding <br /> home businesses: <br /> 1. A license is needed <br /> 2. Driveways should not have more than 4 cars on them <br /> 3. Time restrictions for conducting the business <br /> The Sabots have not complied with the above regulations. <br /> At times the Sabot's have customers whose cars take up their driveway and sometimes <br /> require additional parking in front of my house on Amble Drive. <br /> The days of the week vary, but it seems that most activity is on the weekends. <br /> The time is generally early evening, and ending usually by 1 1 :00 PM <br /> I am very concerned that the real need for the driveways is for their business concerns. If <br /> they get the additional driveway and are able to use the new extension for business <br /> . parking, I will at times have a parking lot view from both inside my home and even more <br /> lack of privacy in my backyard." <br /> Chair Sand closed tbc public hearing at 7:52 p.m. <br />