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Subject: Proposed Minor Subdivision at 3103 Council Meeting May 10,2004 St (PF3556) Dear Mayor Klausing and Council Members My name is Greg Larson and I own the property at 3077 Asbury St. My lot is the third one south of the subject property. As I understand the proposal it will create an odd shaped lot that technically meets code requirements, but in essence creates an out of character narrow 69 ft lot. I am writing to express my opposition to the proposed subdivision. I offer the following reasons: 1. Not consistent with the character ofthe surrounding area. The City of Roseville Division ofland Application states in paragraph 7. A. 'The City is particularly interested in determining that the lots to be created will be consistent with the character of the surrounding area" This isolated Roseville/ Arden Hills neighborhood was created in the 1950's with specific purpose. Large lots were deliberately planned to create openness to the neighborhood. The minimum Roseville lot width in this neighborhood is 100 ft. An odd shaped lot with an 85-ft front width narrowing to 69 ft is certainly out of character with this neighborhood. While this proposal may technically meet code requirements that should not be the only criteria used to determine the reasonableness of this subdivision. 2. Essentially a 69-foot lot: While this lot will have an 85-foot front width it will quickly narrow to 69ft. It will essentially be a 69-foot lot where adjacent properties are all 100 feet wide. Creating a small triangle at the road appears to be just a gimmick to circumvent the intent of the code. I believe the code is established to maintain consistent, esthetically pleasing parcels that ensure Roseville neighborhoods remain desirable places to live. I believe creation of this smaller lot will decrease the value of adjacent properties. 3. Future Problems: If the odd shaped lot is created it will likely cause problems for future homeowners. Unless there is a fence put up to mark the small triangle at the front of the yard establishing the exact property line will be a problem. It doesn't make sense to create a smaller odd shaped lot in a neighborhood where all other parcels are larger with straight property lines. . 4. Planning Commission Disapproved Variance: Me Albertson first tried to subdivide the lot by asking for a variance to the 85-foot width requirement. The Roseville Planning Commission disapproved the request stating that no hardship existed to warrant the variance. The proposal before the council is basically the same as that before the Planning Commission, it essentially creates a 69- foot lot. I believe this request should also be disapproved. Me Albertson is moving out of the neighborhood and is acting upon real estate agent recommendations that his property would be worth more if it could be subdivided. I respect his desire to maximize the value of his property, but this alone should not be used to justify creation of this odd shaped lot. Thanks for allowing me to comment on this proposed subdivision. Greg L rson Homeowner 3077 Asbury St. Roseville, MN 551I2 651-633-6281