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4. Keep the current setback provisions of the City Code, but enforce these provisions more stringently. Many cities have very few zoning setback variance cases because the city policy is to interpret their zoning code verbatim. Other cities have few variances because they are newer cities with larger or wider lots that accommodate the current housing sizes. While this alternative may resolve the issue of consistency and maintaining the status quo, it does impact property owners with an interest and opportunity to reinvest in their properties. 2.2 The public hearing on this issue was continued from the August 12, 1998, Planning Commission meeting to the September 9, 1998, meeting. The Planning Commission discussed the proposed amendments, suggested language revisions, and continued action on the request until the October meeting. In particular, there were concerns regarding the impervious surface requirements and due process. 2.3 The Zoning Committee met on October 5, 1998, to review the proposed amendments and language revisions. The attached ordinance reflects the consensus of this Committee regarding language revisions. 3.0 STAFF RECOMMENDA TION: 3.1 Staff recommends amending the City Code to create an administrative setback permit procedure (alternative 1 outlined in Section 2.1), eliminating the minor variance procedure, and eliminated references to minor variances throughout the code. The setback permit procedure will reduce turn around time of requests, eliminate the need for public hearings and a finding of physical hardship, reduce the cost to residents, all while adding the flexibility needed to respond to Roseville's livable community goals. 4.0 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: 4.1 The Planning Commission held a continued public hearing on this request on October 14, 1998. The Planning Commission discussed the administrative aspects of the ordinance and asked for clarification. After a brief discussion, the Planning Commission recommended approval of an ordinance amending Sections 602.06, 1012.07, 1013.02C, and 1014.03 and creating Section 1013.05 of the Roseville City Code. 4.2 The Planning Commission also recommended setting the fee for setback permits at $25. 4.3 An excerpt from the Planning Commission's draft minutes is attached. PF3047 - RCA (10/26/98) - Page 2 of 3