09-24-07 Item 4D, PC07-20 for Variance at 1185 Benton Way

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14. The proposed plans and setback variance for the dwelling do not appear to be based on economic considerations alone. 15. The applicant has received approval from the Hunters Park Architectural and Environmental Committee for the proposed addition. Recommendation The Planning Commission unanimously recommends approval (7-0) of Planning Case 07-020 for three variances at 1185 Benton Way based on the Findings of Fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the following four conditions in the September 5, 2007, Planning Case Report. 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 use best management practices (BMPs) to control erosion at all times during construction. 3. The applicant shall obtain approval or a waiver from the Rice Creek Watershed District prior to the issuance of any building permits. 4. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. Options 1. Approve the proposal as submitted. 2. Approve the proposal with conditions. 3. Deny the application with reasons for denial. lfthe City denies the petitioners request, "...it must state in writing the reasons for the denial at the time it denies the request." 4. Table for additional information. The findings offact in this planning case report support approval of the variance request. lfthe City Council chooses to deny the variance, findings that deny the variance must be stated for the record prior to voting on the motion. Deadline for Al!encv Actions The City of Arden Hills received the completed application for this request on August 14,2007. Pursuant to Minnesota State Statute, the City must act on this request by October 12, 2007 (60 days), unless the City provides the petitioner with written reasons for an additional 60 day review period. The City may with the petitioners' consent extend the review period beyond the 120 days. Attachments 4D-I Draft Planning Commission Meeting Minutes 4D-2 September 5, 2007, Report to the Planning Commission- http://www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us/planningcase \\Metro-inet\ardenhills\Planning\Planning Cases\2007\07-020 Bacig Variance (PC Approved)I092407 - CC Report - Bacig Variance. doc Page 3 on