4D, Planning Case 09-022 - 1563 Edgewater Avenue

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than 100 feet as older homes in this community are rebuilt it is likely that the prevailing setback will naturally move towards the lake. 18. The construction and location of the home is not based on economic considerations alone, because tree preservation and setback considerations were the primary reason for the proposed location of the home. City Planner Beekman stated that with a motion to approve or deny the variance the findings or reasons for the motion must be stated and if the Planning Commission recommends approval of the variance, Staff recommends the following four conditions: 1. The proj ect 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. Building, Grading, and Erosion Control, and Demolition permits shall be obtained by the property owner. 3. The structure shall conform to all other regulations in the City Code. 4. The applicant shall obtain approval or a waiver from the Rice Creek Watershed District prior to the issuance of any building permits. Chair Larson opened the floor to Commission questions. Commissioner Holewa asked how many phone calls had been received pertaining to this planning case and what were the opinions expressed. City Planner Beekman stated that she had received four phone calls and they were split for or opposed to the proj ect. Chair Larson stated that the regulations talked about the use of the adj acent properties and undeveloped lots. There is an existing lot on the property. He asked how this would be considered an undeveloped lot. City Planner Beekman explained that once the existing house was demolished the lot would then be considered undeveloped and the regulations would apply. The intent is to apply the regulation to any lot where new construction is occurring. Chair Larson asked why the house located at 1575 Edgewater Avenue was so close to the lake. City Planner Beekman explained that there had been an addition to the back of the house and that the current City codes were not in place when the home was originally constructed. The current regulations only apply to new construction. Chair Larson asked what the front setbacks were for the other homes in the neighborhood.