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. . . ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - MARCH 2, 2005 5 2. When these 2 lots were developed some 7 years ago, it was my understanding that for safety reasons there would be a common entrance to the residences. Today, with increased traffic flow on Lexington Ave. the addition of two entrances could make for an even less safe condition than was thought of 7 years ago. This would be a short distance on a roadway like Lexington and could add to motorist confusion. 3. The entire neighborhoods of Karth Lake Hills and Karth Lake Estates are able to access Lexington Ave, with little backup and only 2 entrances/exits to Lexington Ave, Additional Concerns: Trees and natural woodland removal Lights from vehicles using the Sabot driveway shining into my backyard Water runoff toward my yard; their property elevation is slightly higher than mine Visual privacy My home value It has recently come to my attention that the Sabot residence is not complying with some Arden Hills residential regulations, The Sabots have conducted an internet shopping business out of their Lexington Ave. home since shortly after moving in. (about 4 years) Apparently clients come to their home to learn how to use the internet site and do their own business. This business seems to be sporadic, and has been less activity recently. I have been recently informed by Peter Hellegers of the following reguJations regarding home businesses: 1. A license is needed 2. Driveways should not have more than 4 cars on them 3, Time restrictions for conducting the business The Sabots have not complied with the above regulations. At times the Sabot's have customers whose cars take up their driveway and sometimes require additional parking in front of my house on Amble Drive. The days of the week vary, but it seems that most activity is on the weekends, The time is generally early evening, and ending usually by 11 :00 PM I am very concerned that the real need for the driveways is for their business concerns. If they get the additional driveway and are able to use the new extension for business parking, I will at times have a parking lot view from both inside my home and even morc lack of privacy in my backyard." Chair Sand closed the public hearing at 7:52 p.m.