1A, Planning Case 09-003, Zoning Code Amendment

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currently being proposed in the regulations. He stated. the City could have flexibility with the other setbacks but should remove this language from the shoreline setback. Angela Hames, 1839 Venus Avenue, Arden Hills, stated she is supportive of the language being proposed. This would not have a negative impact on the property value of neighboring homes as has been presented. New home buyers would see it as a positive that they could build closer to the lake by utilizing the setbacks of the adjacent properties. She also agrees that the same standards should be applied to new constructions and additions. She further clarified that any "creeping" that would take effect would not happen overnight, but over several decades. Chris Stanton, Arden Hills, stated every neighborhood has its own character and the character of the neighborhood on Edgewater Avenue is one with large backyards and no fences. If homes were allowed to move toward the lake this would reduce the backyard size and also the sight lines that are enjoyed by the residents of this neighborhood. Mary Ellen Stanton, Arden Hills, stated if one home moves closer to the lake this would affect the views of the entire neighborhood on Edgewater Avenue. Chair Larson closed the public hearing at 7:40 p.m. Commissioner Holewa asked City Planner Beekman if it were possible for homes to ``creep'' closer to the lake over time. City Planner Beekman stated this was a possibility. Commissioner Zimmerman stated he would support the regulations but he does not support the "minus ten feet" language. He clarified by stating the language was not necessary. Commissioner Modesette stated she would support the"minus ten foot" language. This provides the City with greater flexibility to new home constructions within existing neighborhoods. Commissioner Reiff stated he would agree with Commissioner Modesette. He stated the City should not be too restrictive and even without the"minus ten foot" language the effect of homes "creeping"toward the lake will happen. Chair Larson pointed out that the only portion of the proposed regulations is the "minus ten feet" in Section 1 330.03, Subd. 4. He asked if the City Council would be having a public hearing regarding this planning case.