04-30-07 Item 4G, Planning Case 07-008 Variance at 3346 Lake Johanna Blvd

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Findings of Fact The Planning Commission offers the following ten findings of fact for review: 1. The 10,171 square foot, 50 foot wide lot size is classified as a legal, nonconforming lot within the R-2 Zone. 2. A portion of the current dwelling is nonconforming because it encroaches as much as 3.2 feet into the northern side yard setback. 3. The proposed sunroom addition would be in line with the existing dwelling and would be approximately 1.8 feet from the northern lot line. 4. The proposed addition along with the existing structure would not exceed the impervious limits. 5. The existing single family home and the proposed addition are permitted uses within the R-2 Zone. 6. The existing structure and proposed addition are outside of the 100-year flood plain, wetlands, and easements. 7. The proposed addition itself is a reasonable use within the R-2 Zone as compared to other single family homes in the City. The size of the dwelling and addition are comparable to other structures in the surrounding neighborhood. 8. The proposed addition is unlikely to negatively impact the essential character of the neighborhood or the City. The size and dimensions of other homes along Lake Johanna are similar in character to the subject property, and the addition would be somewhat hidden from Lake Johanna Boulevard by the garage and change in grade from the street to the home. 9. The nonconforming lot size and lot width pose a unique situation that was not created by the land owner. The lot was created prior to the incorporation of the City of Arden Hills and the current land use and subdivision controls. 10. The proposed addition is not based on economic considerations alone. Recommendation The Planning Commission reviewed Planning Case 07-008 and unanimously (7-0) recommends approval of the Variance based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans as amended by the following three conditions: 1. The project shall be completed in accordance with the plans submitted as amended by the conditions of approval. Any significant changes to these plans, as determined by the City Planner, shall require review and approval by the Planning Commission. 2. The applicant shall obtain all necessary permits from the Rice Creek Watershed District and any other necessary agencies prior to the City issuing any building permits. 3. The roof of the sunroom shall be shingled to match the roof of the existing dwelling. IlMetro-inet.uslardenhills\PlanningIPlanning Cases\2007\07~008 Teeling Variance (PCAPPROVAL)1043007 _ CC Report- Teeling Variance. doc Page 2 of3