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2. Minimization ofrequest: The applicant could reduce the garage depth to a standard 22 feet and than only need a 19 foot variance where 40 feet is required. The applicant could move the garage to the south to eliminate the need for a variance to the north. II 3. Variance would allow a condition that is consistent with the surrounding development: The proposed detached garage is close to a property line. Garages on lots in the surrounding area are closer than the ordinance allows. Deadline for Agency Actions. The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on September 7, 1999. Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by Friday, November 5, 1999 (60 days), unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60-day review period. The additional review period would extend to Tuesday, January 4, 2000. The City may, with the petitioners consent, extend the review period beyond the Tuesday, January 4, 2000 date. Lastly, if the City denies the petitioner's request, "...it must state in writing the reasons for the denial at the time that it denies the request." Recommendations. The Planning Commission recommends approval of Planning Case #99-18, Comer Side Yard Setback Variance (13 feet proposed, when 40 feet is required) for a new garage, conditioned on: -- 1. The northern accessory structure setback be the required 10 feet rather than the requested six feet by moving the garage to the south. 2. The dimensions of the new garage be the same or smaller than the existing garage being replaced. Updates. The letter from the applicant has handed out at the October 6,1999, Planning Commission meeting. This should have been included in your October 6, 1999, Planning Commission Packet (Exhibit C). --