4B, PC 07-029, Variance at 1455 Skiles Lane

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2007 Meeting Minutes PLANNING CASE #07-029 - VARIANCE; MATTHEW AND ANN WESSBERG; 1455 SKILES LANE Ms. Beekman reported that the applicant submitted a variance request to construct a 576 square foot below grade garage and a 192 square foot above grade addition along the southern side of the dwelling at 1455 Skiles Lane that encroaches 24 feet into the setback. She then provided background information and said should the Planning Commission recommend approval, Staff recommends the following six 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 use best management practices (BMPs) to control erosion at all times during construction. 3. The applicant shall obtain approval from the Rice Creek Watershed District, and a copy of the RCWD permit or a waiver shall be submitted to the City prior to the issuance of any building permits. 4. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. 5. The addition shall be the same color and use the same construction materials as the existing structure. 6. All attempts shall be made by the applicant to move the spruce tree and preserve the oak tree that will be impacted by the project. Chair Sand opened the floor to Commission questions. Commissioner Zimmerman stated the zoning ordinance allows for the formation of a non-conforming lot in terms of the square footage. Mr. Lehnhoff stated they would not allow for the creation of a non-conforming lot without meeting the depth and width requirements. Commissioner Zimmerman inquired if this issue would be addressed when the zoning ordinance is being reviewed. Ms. Beekman stated it will be addressed.