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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-88 Gau Variance Planning Case File No. C)'7-" LOg ~ Property Identification No. City of Prior Lake ZONING/LAND USE APPLICATION Type of Application o o o o IXI o o o o o Amendment to Zoning Map Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to Comprehensive Plan Land Use Map Conditional Use Permit Variance Planned Unit Development Senior Care Overlay District Home Occupation Amendment or Modification to approved CUP or PUD Other Brief description of proposed project (Please describe the proposed amendment, project, or variance request. Attach additional sheets if necessary). fill) (' /', \../ .!i()\)/TlOtJ 6r- (0 reA-Mc nJf~ (PlJ/J( Uv) 2- EN ffiMGr-. . ~ lr0 - ./-:'\ 0- @ I ,~ ':/fA) ~ r tit 1<-::> f\ I 5"~ ({;rPoJ o,J~ ~ ~ A-~ Applicant: Address: Telephone: <<r-:Jlc,.J!.W F ~ MnN ~[ &-J&. ~u .1/_ ~? WD ICftJ I (home) ~ '1/{) 'f',tlJ(work) Fee Owner's Signature (fax) (work) o Contract for Deed (fax) o Purchase Agreement Legal Description of Property (Attach additional sheets if necessary): Property Owners (if different than applicant): Address: Telephone: (home) Type of Ownership: 0 Fee y knowledge the information provided in this application and other material submitted is correct. In additio I ha e read the relevant sections of the Prior Lake Ordinance and procedural guidelines, and understand that ill not b roc~d unti~~lete by the Plan~f;~o~or';::'ignee. Date I Date ADDITIONAL PROJECT INFORMATION (Required for PUD, CUP and SC Overlay District applications) Will the developers request financial assistance from the City? If yes, please describe the amount and type ofassistance requested (attach additional pages if necessary). DYes o No Will anyone other than the applicant be involved in the ownership, development & management of this project? DYes (If yes, please attach a list of the names and the role of all persons involved in the project.) 0 No 1:\handouts\200J handouts\zoning\zoning app.doc -r- .. I -'T 17 July 2002 Proposal to the City of Prior Lake Mn. This proposal, to the City of Prior Lake, is for a variance to the property located on the N.W. corner of Monroe Ave. S.W. and 170th St. W. Proper address for the variance will be 16994 Monroe Ave. S.W. Property owners are Richard F. Gau, and June L. Gau. Reason for requesting a variance is to eliminate the potential of physical harm to anyone that uses the existing stairs. We have had two people who injured themselves using our stairs when leaving our residence in the winter when said stairs are iced over. By turning our stairs to face the east, or Monroe Ave. S.W., instead of now facing south,or 170th St. W., and placing an "A" frame structure over the stairs and "eye brow" over the garage door car entrance, protruding off of the Monroe Ave. side, east, or front of the house, would add much safer entrance and exit during the winter and spring seasons. An "A" frame and "eye brow" would also add a touch of character to this 20 year old house. We are presently in the middle of residing this house, widening the driveway, and adding a utility door entrance on the 170th St. W. or south side, of garage. All of the above said projects are now "on hold", until a decision on this variance is made. I must add that the way things are with these projects, posses an extremely high risk for injury. There is a hole that has been dug to put in the frost footings and it is covered by plywood. The retaining walls need to be back filled and the asphalt needs to be laid. The house is all sided except for the front of the house. As you can see this leaves our front yard a "Danger Zone"! Thank You Rick And June Gau 7 "- Received of .... ~ 1 M1 Jt'l(,Y GuiA r H " (\ ~ ...' th ...,-', 1,1,' .J.-.J11 Q r, - i . e sum of . ... v' ,"- ,. : :. .', ,~.\. (~. ./';' f.:( ---.J..t _ -'._,' - _ _ ,1._ tor the purpose of $ , v I i.-....i~) 00 I ')l' CITY OF PRIOR LAKE 16200 EAGLE CREEK AVE SE PRIOR LAKE, MN 55372 (952) 447-4230, FAX (952) 447-4245 RECEIPT # 41651 . (0. DATE: \; ()~e.~ ! 'D7. I r 'r-~ -, " l \ --.. , t {} ) \ --.... . dollars (- l. ..:._ f; (1 ,\ i r'. ",i f 'I . '-' " ",-L-L/ t..-t _' 'dJ~C . I ',,-' Invoice # ,'}. ....1 ,* ,.:;/;,--r-~'':.! / ; f . f, ( ,1 f J II J (' I \" \j . \. , U / i ;/.1 " Receipt Clerk for' the' ti~'of .Prior L~ke i , lIEARL~G ~O'l'lCES . - L:\TEMPLA TE\FILEINFO.DOC .. ... .. .,,-... ...... '. 'T - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER VARIANCE REQUESTS You are hereby notified that the Prior Lake Planning Commission will hold a public hearing at Prior Lake Fire Station #1, located at 16776 Fish Point Road SE (Southwest of the intersection of County Road 21 and Fish Point Road), on Monday, September 9, 2002, at 6:30 p.m. or soon thereafter for the following requests: REQUESTS: The applicant is requesting a 8.3 foot variance from the required minimum 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an entry addition to an existing single family dwelling and a 3 foot variance from the maximum driveway width of 24 feet on property located in the R-l (Low Density Residential) zoning district and the SD (Shoreland District). APPLICANT: Richard Gau 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Prior Lake, MN SUBJECT SITE: 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village, Scott County, Minnesota. If you are interested in this issue, you should attend the hearing. Questions related to this hearing should be directed to the Prior Lake Planning Department by calling 447-9810 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The Planning Commission will accept oral and/or written comments. Oral or written comments should relate to how the proposed construction and requested variances are or are not consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and variance hardship criteria. Prepared this 27th day of August, 2002. Cynthia Kirchoff, Planner City of Prior Lake Mailed to property owners within 350 feet of the subject site on August 28, 2002. L:\02FILES\02variances\02-088\Mail notice.doc 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E" Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ~ailing Information and Lists L:\TEMPLA TE\FILEINFO.DOC , ,~-'." .~,., .".. ....... ......,......._,... , ... . .,,'. ., - '"''''I''' ' - . '.' --,^...."..- ..__d", ._.-..... AFFIDAVIT OF SERVICE BY MAIL COUNTY OF SCOTI ) )ss STATE OF MINNESOTA) Q,{x~,\'\AL r,{U2J c..vYlofthe Ci~f}'rior L~;~f Scott, State of Minnesota, heing- duly s~, says on the 11L- day of > 2002, she served the attached list of persons to p~~ an interest in the . _ \ ) ~ ~C1, \{:;..--(),+ --y, ~ . by mailing to hem a copy thereof, enclosed in an envelope, postage prepaid, and be depositing same in the post office at Prior Lake, Minnesota, the last known address of the parties. Subscribed and sworn to be this day of , 2000. NOTARY PUBLIC .. 1 :IDEPTWORK\BLANKFRMlMAlLAFFD.DOC BLDG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE. SW PRIOR LAKE I MN. 55372 Valley Surveying Co., P.A. SUITE 120-C, 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE I MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE (612) 447-2570 :::::::t::::t:::: PROPOSED ADDITION A LL.EY p 50 plat 50.04 mea.. ,I I I I I w! 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Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on to or off from said property as of this 9th day of August, 2002. o I SCALE 2'0 40 933.1 Denotes existing grade elevation x (933.0) Denotes proposed finished grade elevation 'ii' 'I.;'lj ..~~ I'l j- 'I'I I[ \ \ AlJG I 5 2002 J)' ~_.- ._~~~ NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top of the existing garage slab. ~ , hereby certify that this survey was prepored Denotes proposed direction of finished surface drainage by me or under my direct super.ilion and thot / om a duly lieenled Land Surveyor under the 102~he Sto', Minnesot.. The existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 I A7 / ft ~ ~..~ The lowest floor elevation is 933.31 O.te 9-1 i - Cl -c... Licen.. No. 10/83 IN FEET o Denot." /2 inch JI[ 14 inch iron monument lit and marked by lIc.n.. No, 10183 . Denotes iron monument found II Denotes P. K. Nail set ....Contractor to verify dimensions prior to construction.... 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Please review and sign the Resolutions and return them in the enclosed self-addressed stamped envelope. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (952) 447-9813. Thank you. Sincerely, ~~ Cyncl ia R. Kircho Planner Enclosures 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER I have reviewed the attached proposed request lGau Variance) for the following: r --~ Water City Code Grading Sewer Storm Water Signs I Zoning Flood Plain County Road Access I Parks Natural Features Legal Issues I Assessment Electric X Roads! Access Policy Septic System Gas Building Code Erosion Control Other Recommendation: Approval )( Denial Conditional Approval comr~ A/w wiJ.l-h \uW -,;. ~ ...u~ ^,.. 7_~ ~ 7 ~ 1< J-h., ~ Signed: ~ g r .no.~~ Date: ./ 'Olzll/02- I I Please return any comments by Thursdav. Auaust 29.2002, to Cynthia Kirchoff City of Prior Lake 16200 Eagle Creek Avenue SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 Phone: (952) 447-9813 Fax: (952) 447-4245 e-mail: ckirchoff@cityofpriorlake.com 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\referral.doc Page 2 p~ ~INNE~ August 21, 2002 Richard F. Gau 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Prior Lake, MN 55372 RE: Variances for entry addition and driveway expansion (Case # 02-088) Dear Mr. Gau: The City of Prior Lake has determined that all of the necessary information for the above application has been received. This letter serves as your official notification that the application is now complete for a front yard setback variance and a driveway width variance. The City will now begin formal review of these requests. At this time, the variance application is scheduled for the Monday, September 9, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. The City review process can be substantially less than 120 days, and we intend to progress in a timely manner that provides a complete and professional review. Occasionally, however, due to meeting schedules, it is sometimes necessary to extend the 60-day review period. This letter also serves as your official notice that the City is extending the. 60-day deadline for an additional 60 days from October 14, 2002, to December 12, 2002. If you have questions relative to the review process or related issues, please feel free to contact me at (952) 447-9813. Sincerely, 't: tt~ . .. ...;:-" j ., . ~-- } ~ C -C:J" -YU:-L- . ...,( ) Cynthia R. Kirchoff, AICP Planner 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\complete app.doc Page 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E.. Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ~z ~ ~e~ Richard F. Gau 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Prior Lake, MN 55372 RE: Review For Variance Application Completeness Dear Mr. Gau: The Planning Department received a variance application for construction of a roof projection over your front door stoop, and attached to your existing dwelling on your property at 16994 Monroe Avenue. The following information is necessary to process your application: 1. Submit a certified list of property owners within 350 feet of your property, supplied by a real estate abstract title company, including map, and two sets of mailing labels. 2. Submit a certificate of survey depicting: a) the existing structures, the proposed addition and setbacks to property boundaries; b) total impervious surface coverage area c) submit 10 full size copies of survey, and 1 reduction size 11"x 17". 3. Proposed building plans and specifications. 4. Include all impervious surface areas on the subject lot including structures, hard surface or class 5 driveways and parking areas. Once we have received the above information, we will process your application and schedule this item for a public hearing. If you have any questions, please phone me at 447-9854. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. ~i erely ~~/7'4"( teve Horsman Zoning Administrator/Inspector L:\02FILES\02variances\02-088\INCOMPL T.DOC 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.L Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER II DISTRIBUTE TO: I. Frank Boyles . Bud Osmundson 1 Sue Walsh . Sue McDermott 1 Ralph Teschner 1 Chris Esser I. Bob Hutchins I. Don Rye I Jane Kansier 1 I. 1 PROJECT NAME: I APPLICANT: CONTACT PERSON: I I PID#: I LOCATION: EXISTING ZONING: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: PROJECT REQUEST: DNR - Pat Lynch County Hwy. Dept. MNDOT SMDC Mediacom Cable &-i.cr 8/2:2 ~ L CITY OF PRIOR LAKE ORC PROJECT REVIEW CHECKLIST GAU VARIANCE (Case File #02-088) An application for a 13.3 variance from the required minimum 25 foot front yard setback for the construction of entry addition to an existing single family dwelling and a three foot variance from the maximum 24 feet of driveway width on property legally described as Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village. Richard Gau Richard Gau (952) 440-1901 SITE INFORMATION 25-133-041-0 16994 Monroe Avenue SW R-1SD R-UMD Review and comment on variance application. I I~l -I APPLICATION FOR: - - Administrative Land Division Comprehensive Plan Amend. Conditional Use Permit Home Occupation Rezoning Site Plan Preliminary Plat PUD Final Plat . Variance Vacation Fire Chief Bill O'Rourke Minnegasco Watershed Dist. Telephone Co. Electric Co. Met. Council 1 Date 'Receiv~ - =il 7/3/02 Date Distributed 8/22/02 Date Due 8/29/02 I Complete Application 8/15/02 Date Distributed to 8/22/02 DRC Meeting NA Date DRC I Publication Date 8/24/02 Tentative PC Date 9/9/02 Tentative CC NA Date I 60 Day Review Date 10/14/02 Review Extension 12/12/02 -.,-".".._-- --.-.-..-..'.'.- I :\02files\02variances\02-088\referral.doc Page 1 I have reviewed the attached proposed request {Gau Variance} for the following: Water Sewer Zoning Parks Assessment Policy Septic System Erosion Control Recommendation: Comments: Signed: City Code Storm Water Flood Plain Natural Features Electric Grading Signs County Road Access Legal Issues Roads! Access Gas Other Building Code Approval Denial Conditional Approval Date: Please return any comments by Thursdav. Auaust 29.2002, to Cynthia Kirchoff City of Prior Lake 16200 Eagle Creek Avenue SE Prior Lake, MN 55372 Phone: (952) 447-9813 Fax: (952) 447-4245 e-mail: ckirchoff@cityofpriorlake.com I :\02files\02variances\02-088\referral.doc Page 2 BLDG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE. SW PRIOR LAKE, MN. 55372 ALLEY Deck I ' '.r"'", ,~"e...'{...~ 0 ,. Slab"\ ' Z I v... .0 ,. . .c......... "0" ,,',';;" 16.1-. . .93!~a -1~ . ," '01 , a. I, N-; <t' HOUSE ,., " ~ .. > . g 2 E .::=~~. 935.3 I't) N <t ~ " g 1 ~ \ ;;; \ \ Valley Surveying Co., P.A. SUITE 120-C, 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE (612) 447 - 2570 !' 50 plat 50.04 mea.. - _ 937.0 'q \ I I 936.8 _ :t""- 1 I I I n: EL 933.17 933.07 ' w 1/' I ~ ./ ~ en I. ~ ~ ~L o",,,~;:~bo" I : ,,- 1 I I : IJ I I I I 'I I I I I I I i II I j I j I 'e. 'I' .... \ en N ~ 6.0 OECK 3: 24 .936.3 19.9 HOUSE ..., 11.7 o ... "'ntI . ~ ....tJ :.;; el I =6 ~ G(o" ~ t ~ O"\".ytd \~l 14,1 ~3~1 5.8 T/U GARAGE Slab EL. 933.31 24 ... " a. N ~!.- 936.6 .. " .. E lD N N <t laJ o 0:: ~ o ~ I I I 1 /..4'934.0 60 9'/"2', 50.01 mea.. I 50 plat /1 "'- --- /"'930.1 '-.J 3PR1NG---- LAKE---~ ROAD 929.46 x 930.51 , DESCRIPTION: Lot 12, Block 32, SPRING LAKE VILLAGE. Scott County. Mirmesota. Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on to or ofT from said property as of this 9th day of August, 2002, " .--- .- - ;'(r~-l ~~ IT\,' ,._.~:,,~ f', >'. NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top of the existing garage slab. o I SCALE 20 40 , IN FEET o Denot.. I It Inch x 14 inch iran monument ..t ond "",,ked by llc.ns. No 10183 . Denotes iron monument found . Oenot.. P. K. Noil .et 933.1 Denotes existing grade elevation x (933.0) Denotes proposed finished grade elevation ;i( MJ.J 15ZOOl ,\ lJ.lk---- I II' :0 , hereby certify thot this survey was prepared D d d t f fi I d ~ d by me or under my direct supervi,ion and thot --. enotes propose irec ion 0 mis Ie sUflace rainage 10m 0 duly licensed land Surveyor under the :r:>. tthh... S St taa}1t. ,:;n.~~___ The existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 IL: ~ (/K A~ ~ The lowest floor elevation is 933.31 Dof. ....ll::../L ~,,-c... lic.n.. No. 10183 ***Contrac\or to verify dimen~ion~ prl..r to cGnstruction*** 9566 236 PAGE f7 FilE No. 800K ~~-' I Original surveys and drawings . L:\TEMPLA TE\FILEINFO.DOC ~- FA'~ · .",~IJ!," /l/f,1a) . 'Iff" I ~ F'~~ ~N ro .~ ~~ ~I:- ~tJS~/d- /JtIIII!>Ie M"'./'~~ ",,I- A~~:s ~ :t .. FJl'.... F-"""~4 ~ CP~e'A'f ~ J;,A'"",,~ u/' z. ~A"~t. ~ ;~~.- · t'S AlC.fc)~h""P/N' - .- .~~ ~,.~...s - n' MIH..Arg~J8./" ,""~..~ '" " . .... . - ..- ~ g'X /~', ;:;J"'~S-' - .-T - ?'7 0, j I l (Jf s. tAJ. Mo~~o€ IfJf t;.u L6()~/,J" ~~.,.ft I ~ ;;",.. ... r: i: CITY OF PRIOR LAKE ! ~'(. ME 5 Impervious Surface Calculations ! [\\: I am (To be Submitted with Building Pennit Application) I U I ForAH Properties Located in the Shore land Distr1dt (S:9). The Maximum Impervious Surface Coverage Permitted in 30 Percent. Ii .1 ", i) II j~' Property Address \ 1oC1.C\'--\. ~~~o~ ~.~.~. ~~ Lot Area 1, \ \ '1 ,Sq. Feet x 300/0 = .............. -z..\~'\o ************************************************************************ HOUSE \ ~ . A'IT ACHED GARAGE LENGTH WIDTH '-\ 0 x 7..'-\ = SQ. FEET G\~c x = x TOTAL PRINCIPLE STRUCTURE...................... C\bO DETACHED BLDGS (Garage/Shed) x X TOTAL DETACHED BUILDINGS....................... I. C;('~\ DRIVEW A YiP AVED AREAS (Driveway-paved or not) - (SidewalkIParking Areas) x x = = x = TOTAL P A YED AREAS......................................... 4~(p TOT.>\L DECKS........................................................ OTHER e~~o~C o~.ev\M.~, ~~ ..\+*-w\\\ 0..&& ~ TOT AL OTlIER....................................................... ',~"(""\.l \~~ TOTAL IMPERVIOUS SURFACE ~ER\\ Prepared By ~~ ~ ~ \ "Company ~ ~~\"" r ^ '\ .(. ~. Phone # ~'\, - "th'1D 11 x ~ x = \i_ = \7..- 101 tb ,I I, Date I I el\~ \ \.\.;e SLOG, PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE, SW PRIOR LAKE, MN, 55372 Valley Surveying Co., F? A. SUITE 120-C, 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE (612) 447 - 2570 ALLEY <D 936,8 <Y-"- I I I I 50 plat 50.04 mea,. - _ 937..0 ~ \ \ I I TC EL 933.17 933.07 x 1LJ ~ = at m ~ DECK N __~l - <D 6.0 I "--:"~ It) 24 -:., b 0 Ib . ( " 0 . \ \'1;) HOUSE Deck ,. Slab ~ . Z '0, 'a. ... C> (.. . .L-, .. .'..,.. .. &' : ..e.:-'~I.:.- 0 . 9316 q- ~ UJ ::> 2: LIJ :> q: ,..936.3 19.9 = - m It) 8.1& 'f11i 1 o Er.. v _Ul 11.7 o SiOO'? o\J€"fl.'t:P ~G -- €..O C N€..fl.'(t:>.. _I *",fl.o'?OSG€" fl.Oof 0 . r>,fl.t:>. ~G "" 0 V) HOUSE - ~ .!:! a. N V dl ~ T / U GARAGE Slab EL, 933..31 24 ;eg' o ..r::. ... CIl ::. 'I~ 14' U ,I ~:"~ -. ''----''---- o .,e' , GfO" ~ ylo'l .~ OfWe >- o 3: <II > . 'i: ut o 1:) (II e c: : .~ :?lri..:'. 93$,3 ,." N q- 936,6 - 1:) a. N """"'q- 5.8 ell ::J .5 I E ~ , lD \ \ II) 1:) <II E <D N N "'" l.LJ o ct 2: o ~ 9~ ,2......._ 50.01 mea.. I , I / )1:934,0 -" 60 929,46 x 930,51 X DESCRIPTION: Lot 12, Block 32, SPRING LAKE VILLAGE, Scott County, Minnesota. Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on to or off from said property as of this 9th day of August, 2002. - (;:::> \'C:;.'. n '\\/7 rs.. ~. '..~ . ~-7 cS lJJ.;..... ;.~:.J, I ',i Ii :. i" ,-_.-'- ,.-- ,; i \ J H ; j I V/ 5312 Ii ~ I:! 1\ . Nl1' 1 ) t'J'~l l~ \ NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top of the existing garage slab. o , SCALE 20 ... 40 I IN FEET 933.1 Denotes existing grade elevation x (933,0) Denotes proposed finished grade elevation .. I hereby certify that this survey was prepared Denotes.proposed direction of finished surface drainage by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly licensed Land Surveyor under the :.Jr1. , the Sta}1 :'.i~nei.ta. '__ _ The existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 Ie:: ~ C;X A. __ The lowest floor elevation is 933.31 Date 51- J 2. - a -c... License No. 10183 o Denotes 1/2 inch x 14 inch iron monument set and marked by License No. 10183 . Denotes iron monument found aD Denotes P. K. Nail set ***Contractor to verify dimensions prior to ccnstruction*** FILE No. _~566 _ BOOK 236 PAGE 17 ~/;!ItB~~!2 Sold To: Richard Gau 16994 Monroe Shakopee, MN 55372 Customer ill Gau, Richard Sales Rep ID Quanti ty Item 'JA Check No: 128 W. 3rd Avenue P. O. Box 355 Shakopee, MN 55379 Phone 952-445-1050 Fax 952-445-0319 Ship to: Customer PO 350' Owners & Addres Shipping Method Hand Deliver Description 'Jwners & Address Search Invoice Invoice Number: S4865 Invoice Date: Aug 8, 2002 Page: 1 Payment Terms C.O.D. Ship Date Unit Price PI, ,k ~t! j{(!fl1 Subtotal Sales Tax Total Invoice Amount Payment Received TOTAL Due Date 8/8/02 Extension 150.00 150.00 150.00 150.00 Resolution and ~inutes ~1q D~ vlLV\~ <~ fL-- .. ) rcu . OL-(l PC- ~. 02--- tt0?e- q 'l'Zy I () L P t 1tCvuv(~ ro/ltloG- Pc ~ L:\TEMPLA TE\FILEINFO.DOC ., ..,~ .....",.,.".,-- ,. .. ,'._ _.~ _'_',~_ ._._._. _ '.,~;.~."'::,~,~'._'_~' ,'.._.. ....., _ . '". .._.__,_<_,___~'__"'_'w _.__ ~,~ ,.,._._ _...._._ n _~_ ... Planning Commission Meeting September 9, 2002 VOTE: Ayes by Stamson, Lemke, Criego, Ringstad and Atwood, the motion carried. B. Case File #02-88 Richard Gau is requesting a 13.3 variance from the required minimum 25 foot front yard setback for the construction of entry addition to an existing single family dwelling and a three foot variance from the maximum 24 feet of driveway width on property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated September 9,2002, on file in the office of the City Planning Department. The Planning Department received a variance application from Richard Gau to permit a 6 foot eave/overhang and 8 foot stoop to encroach into a required front yard setback on the property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. The existing single family dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot front yard setback. The steps of the stoop are proposed to be 11.7 feet from the front property line and the eave/overhang over the garage is proposed to be 14.1 feet from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue. In conjunction with the stoop and eave addition, the applicant is also increasing the width of the driveway to 27 feet. The project was started without a building permit. The applicant is requesting the following variances: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). Staff believed all nine-hardship criteria had not been met with respect to the requested variances to permit the 8 foot stoop, 6 foot eave/overhang, and 27 foot wide driveway. The applicant created the hardship by the design of the addition and the driveway. Staff could support a smaller front yard setback variance to improve the safety of the dwelling entrance, but not the proposal. The staff therefore recommended denial of the requested variances as proposed by the applicant. Lemke asked for clarification as to the side yard, front yard and rear yard. Kirchoff explained. Criego questioned how the City became aware of the violation. Kansier responded this was unknown to her, but upon investigation by City staff, a stop work order was issued. Comments from the public: Rick Gau, 16994 Monroe Avenue, indicated he had obtained a building permit and his intention was not to deceive anyone. Advised the awning, stoop and high-brow garage door was to mitigate the impact of snow melt in front of his garage and front door. Gau felt he was misled by the building staff and believed the 27-foot drive is necessary to L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN090902.doc 8 Planning Commission Meeting September 9, 2002 adequately provide parking on his lot. There is no parking along the street. Noted that at this point he has spent a lot of extra money and time waiting for the process. Jim Petersen, 3338 Todd Road, advised that Rick had misinterpreted the extent of the building permit. Believed the additional driveway width was reasonable. Comments from the Commissioners: Ringstad: . Asked if discussion had taken place with the applicant as to a smaller setback, and if the photos brought in by Mr. Gau had some other type of circumstances other than the homeowners not getting caught. . Kansier advised no discussion had taken place with applicant regarding a lesser setback. There are quite possibly extenuating circumstances surrounding other properties, including being done prior to the ordinance, or that some lots may be nonconforming. Ringstad: . Did not believe the setback met the current hardship criteria. Would like to see additional conversations take place with staff. Atwood: . Sympathized with the neighborhood with respect to the parking issue, but could not support the request. Lemke: . Believed the request was reasonable. . Supported both requested variances. Criego: . Noted the 24-foot driveway width is calculated at the lot line and the driveway could be flared further into the lot, thus eliminating the variance for 27 - foot of driveway width. Questioned the applicant if there was a railing and where the steps would be. . Asked for staff to clarify the difference between an awning and the proposed structure. . Gau explained the proposed improvement. . Kansier clarified that a stoop can be extended. . Believed the problem was difficult and the property was unique as a comer lot, but the hardship criteria need to be adhered to. . The project improved the aesthetics of the home, but there is no hardship. . In favor of the covering over the stoop, but the overhang of the garage does not meet the hardship. L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN090902.doc 9 Planning Commission Meeting September 9, 2002 Stamson: . Agreed with Commissioner Criego that the parking issue can be addressed without a variance, and there is a safety issue for the front stoop. . Would support a covering not to exceed 4 feet over the stoop, and re-design the overhang of the garage. Ringstad: . Suggest tabling the issue to the next meeting. MOTION BY ST AMSON, SECOND BY RINGSTAD TO TABLE THE ITEM TO THE SEPTEMBER 23, 2002 MEETING TO ALLOW THE APPLICANT AN OPPORTUNITY TO WORK OUT A SOLUTION WITH STAFF. VOTE: Ayes by Stamson, Lemke, Criego, Ringstad and Atwood, the motion carried. 6. Old Business: NONE. 7. New Business: A. Case File #02-94 Wensmann Homes is requesting a Preliminary pun Plan and Preliminary Plat (Jeffers South) for a mixed development consisting of 22 single family homes, 31 attached townhouse units and 28 attached condominium uses on 34.05 acres ofland zoned R-l. Kansier reviewed the agenda item in connection with the staff report. Wensmann Realty, Inc., has applied for approval ofa development to be known as Jeffers South on the property located west of CSAH 21, approximately 12 mile north of CSAH 82 and directly north of Wensmann 1st Addition and Regal Crest. The proposal calls for a mixed use development consisting of a total of 81 dwelling units on 23.69 net acres, for a total density of 3.42 units per acre. The proposed development includes 22 single family dwellings and 59 townhouse units in 45, three and four-unit buildings. The development also includes parkland and private open space. The Final PUD Plan is generally consistent with the approved preliminary plan. There are, however, some changes are required to the plan before final approval. These changes are required in order to be consistent with the approved preliminary plan, and to meet the conditions included as part of the preliminary plan approval. These include the following: 1. The developer must provide an access to the park on the west side of the site from Jeffers Pass. 2. The name of the cul-de-sac must be changed to a name more consistent with the street naming policy. 3. The developer must provide sign elevations for the monument signs. L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN090902.doc 10 .,--",.~- 0M- V keeA:JJCfC CCS:SOGtA Tfo t-j 8'(~@ scot+Co, ~ Scott County Customer Service (952) 496-8150 # 222586 25-0CT -2002 CUSTOMER A Filing Abstract Total for Fee 1@ 20.00ea 20.00 FILE NUMBER OR NAME: GAU, RICHARD Receipt Total 20.00 Cash 2000 Payment Total 20.00 0.00 Change ~.~ ; ,L~~~"';U\.J.. ~j ,.1-'-.-'- -.:. :(! ~T 24 312;1 : J\ll jlJ) J J RESOLUTION 02-016PC A RESOLUTION DENYING A 3 FOOT VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM 24 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY TO ALLOW A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for a variance from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction 27 foot wide driveway on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Townsite, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9,2002, and reviewed the application again on September 23,2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variances will result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably rlimiflish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variances are the result of the property owner's actions. The applicant has control over the property, and as such, the applicant created the hardship. 6. The granting of the variances, as determined by the Planning Commission, is not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances will serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, and are not necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 7. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby denied the following variance to allow the driveway expansion as shown in Attachment 1 - Certificate of Survey: 1. A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways to allow a 27 foot wide driveway (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on October 1..4 , 2002. ~ /" I ~ Anthony J. Stamson, Commission Chair ~J Donald R. Rye, ~nin I: \02files \02variances \02-088\deny resolution,doc 2 BLDG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RIC~ a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE. SW PRIOR LAKE J MN. 55372 \J\\\\J\1\\\\\ PROPOSED ADDITION :.;.;.:.;.:.:.:.:.:.:-: ....................... A L L.E Y ~ 936.8 _ .~- ," I I I D.ck W >II ul : L~~. 10 6.0 1 :...;-.~ ... 0 I-c. ',: ",:' 0 t ,. Slab \ ' z: :! ,~':'~;':' I .'~ ':,' ./?: I~I.:.~ . . 93!.6 HOUSE ii' " Ci. ' N' <t' " o ~ . > . - .. 0" .. e -:~~Ili.:" 93 '.3 f() N <t ~ 5: I ~ \ m \ \ 9~f2"" _ "-l 929 46 , DESCRIPTION: Volley Surveying CO., P. A. SUITE 120-C, /6670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE I MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE (612) 447 - 2570 ATTACHMENT 1 50 plat 50.04 mea.. -_937.0 ~ \ \ \ I TC El.. 933.17 933.07 ' ; l; DECK lLJ ::> <:: lLJ > <:x: ~ 24 :~36.3 19.9 HOUSE 01 10 I ,S1001' Q'I~l'.C:> *tlG ~l'.OI'OS:~ l'.~f O'l~l'1 ~ &GI>l'.1' : 11.7 . o III o ... I.'" ~~ r!\J l'J~ G'O." )it," ...0'1 :;:!~:. ~ 01'" ~ /~.:..., 14.1 ~:3..~ ~ ~--- 5.S T/U GARAGE Slab EL. 933.31 24 ii Ci. N 936.6 .. " .. E <0 N N <t lLJ o ~ <:: o :E 50.01 mea. 50 plat I I J I / '-'934.0 -~ 60 ROAD 93051 , Lot 12, Block 32, SPRING LAKE VILLAGE, Scott County, Minnesota. Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on to or olY from said property as of Ihis 91h day of August, 2002. ,I 1,1 ,-7 ;-:-. 'I. I, i'; I I i: ! :1 j, .i-" NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top of the existing garage slab. o r zo 40 I FEET SCALE IN o Denot.s ll2 inch _ 14 Inen "on mD"""".n' s.t end marked bY' Ltc.n.. No. 10/83 . O.no"S .,on monun'I'l'It fOl,Jnd oil Odnot,s P K, Na,' set ,"4...^_-"..~_.~"...""'~,'_.. AliG , S :rof J \1..._ i 9331 Denotes el'isting grade elevation x (933.0) Denotes proposed linished grade elevation . I ne(~by C,,''''1 tho' ,tVI fAK'vey wos prepared by m. or und.r my direct supet'..,lllon ond thot 10m a dUly Ilcensld Lond SutV'Yor tJltder the ~r;?~;});7'Q. - 9-' 1. -,,"C- ~ic.n.. No. IOlS3 ~ Denotes proposed direction of finished surface drainage The el'isting garage slab is at elevation 933.31 The lowest tloor elevation is 933.31 Dot. u*COlllr:actor 10 verify dimensions Ilrior to construction*'" FILE NO. 9566 8001< 236 PAGE ~ STATE OF MINNESOTA) )ss. COUNTY OF SCOTT ) The undersigned, duly qualified and City Clerk of the City of Prior Lake, hereby certifies the attached hereto is the original true and correct copy of RESOLUTION 02-11PC A RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE #02-088 Richard Gau "~ Kelly !V1eyer City of Prior ake I Dated this 24th day of October, 2002 (City Seal) J: I02fiJesl02variancesltruccopy.doc RESOLUTION 02-011PC A RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for variances from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction of a 5 foot stoop and a 5 foot eave addition to an existing single family dwelling on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density. Residential) and SD (Shoreland District) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Townsite, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9,2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variance will not result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variance is not the result of the property owner's actions. The nonconforming lot width is a pre-existing condition in which the property owner does not control. 6. By constructing the stoop and eave addition, the applicant will be improving the safety of the entrance. 7. The granting of the variance, as determined by the Planning Commission, is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER variance will not serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, but IS necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 8. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby approved the following variance to allow the addition to the existing single family dwelling: 1. A 5.1 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of a 5 foot stoop and 5 foot overhang to allow a 14.9 foot setback (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). The following conditions of approval shall be adhered to and subject to the issuance of a building permit for the proposed addition: 1. The resolution must be recorded at Scott County within 60 days of adoption. Proof of recording, along with the acknowledged City Assent Form, shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. The building permit is subject to all other applicable city, county, and state agency regulations. 3. A revised survey shall be submitted that identifies the approved front yard setback. Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on October t J ~~ Adtlll~ny t Stamson, Commission Chair ~EST: ~ \. t.J~A~ Donald R. Rye, aIm' g Director I :\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution .doc 2 RESOLUTION 02-011PC A RESOLUTION Ar J:'KOVING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for variances from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction of a 5 foot stoop and a 5 foot eave addition to an existing single family dwelling on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Townsite, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9,2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variance will not result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variance is not the result of the property owner's actions. The nonconforming lot width is a pre-existing condition in which the property owner does not control. 6. By constructing the stoop and eave addition, the applicant will be improving the safety of the entrance. 7. The granting of the variance, as determined by the Planning Commission, is necessary for the preservation and enjoym~nt of a substantial property right of the applicant. The 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER variance will not serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 8. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby approved the following variance to allow the addition to the existing single family dwelling: 1. A 5.1 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of a 5 foot stoop and 5 foot overhang to allow a 14.9 foot setback (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). The following conditions of approval shall be adhered to and subject to the issuance of a building permit for the proposed addition: 1. The resolution must be recorded at Scott County within 60 days of adoption. Proof of recording, along with the acknowledged City Assent Form, shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. The building permit is subject to all other applicable city, county, and state agency regulations. 3. A revised survey shall be submitted that identifies the approved front yard setback. Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on October 14,2002. (____ M~ Arith"-ony r Stamson, Commission Chair rT:TEST: '"' /) f. ~ ~iMAl)UA/ Donald R. Rye, PlannU g Director .. I :\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution .doc 2 RESOLUTION 02-016PC A RESOLUTION DENYING A 3 FOOT VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM 24 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY TO ALLOW A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for a variance from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction 27 foot wide driveway on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Townsite, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9,2002, and reviewed the application again on September 23,2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variances will result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variances are the result of the property owner's actions. The applicant has control over the property, and as such, the applicant created the hardship. 6. The granting of the variances, as determined by the Planning Commission, IS not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances will serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, and are not necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. .. 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.L Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 7. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby denied the following variance to allow the driveway expansion as shown in Attachment 1 - Certificate of Survey: 1. A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways to allow a 27 foot wide driveway (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on Octobet 1..~' 2002. /. 4J~ Anthony J. Stamson, Commission Chair MEST: ~ ~~.. Donald R. Rye, PI nin I: \02files \02variances \02-088\deny resolution. doc 2 SLOG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK e. JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AvE. SW PRIOR LAKE, MN. 55372 Valley Surveying CO.. P. A. SUITE /20-C, 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONOOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE, MINNESOTA 55372 TEl.EPHONE (612) +47.. 2570 AI-IACHMENT 1 \~\\\\I\II\\\\\ PROPOSED ADDITION ....................... ALL.EY ~ 50 plat 50.04 mea.. -_937.0 'f~ \ I , I rc E~ 933.17 ,933.07 · 938. e _ ,....- " I I I UJ >ll .; (lI ~ -4 N \ en 6.0 rtl OECK ~ Lll :::> z Lll ::> <t 24 ..938.3 19.9 I.'. 11.7 (lI rtl . (5 III S100i' CCI'l~lt~..o/b.t<G . :~ Oi'Ostl:l ~.r'If Q'I~"'~ _, . 911 ~..IIl>Gt "w- , &"" i O.ck ,; ........ . .... . I" '. ~ ... /. SlOb j . 0,.. .\01 ,. . -,' ,'.. . ,,'.~' 18.1 -. . . 93!l.5 - I .] I ~I <r <5 z: HOUSE o ... rEff ~ 1iJ~:' I ~~~~i~;- ~.\ T/U GARAGE ~f::::: G10 ..0"1 SlQO EL. ':'~I~~' . or\~. 933.31 . ~ 24 r~-:,,'i 14,1 ~3.1 ;; Q. N :!.u HOUSE 5.S , 9386 I 1> I ~ I ~ . a ~ 01' , e ,,;:l~21ti:' 93~.3! If) N <r .. 2 e \ = cii \ \ .. " 01 e <D N N <r I.t.J o a: z o ~ 60 I I / ~ ___ ./'"'930., '" SPRI NG- - - - LAKE ---.... ROA D ....... 931.~"'" _ 5001 mea. 50 plat I I I ,,"934.0 929 46 , 93051 , DESCRIPTION Lot 12, Block 32, SPRING LAKE VILLAGE, Scott County, Minnesota. Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on 10 or olT from sail! property as of lhis 9th day of August, 2002. ,. ~7~1 ~ I NOTES: BendJlnark Elevation 9333 I Top of the existing garage slab AlJG I ) J!1~ i. ':.11 .h.~~i IN 40 .J FEET 933.1 Denotes existing gmde elevation x ( 9 33. a) Denotes proposed linished gmde ele'ialion . J _\__ ! The: lowest lloor elevation is 933.3 \ Il'ter'fby certify 'hat ,r.. fUt'v.'1 was pr,poted It't tn' Of unGer my direct SUQerv"IQn and th'U I om (J ooly "c,nnd Land Survr,Of under m. laM tn. 510:;1 Mmn.,oIO. ie ~4Y c:P ~- .-- 9_11. - ClI 't- Lic.ns. No. 10lS.3 -.- Denotes proposed direction of finished surface drainage o r 2'0 SCALE The: existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 o Oeno,"' /2 inch l( 141ncn "on monum.nt t.t cJr'Id morlCed by Llc..'. No. 'a's 3 . O.notes "on motlum,nr found <Ii Oltnotet PI<. Nfl" I.t Dot. ~ ""Coutractor to verifv ,limensions nrior 10 clll)slruclilll...... !.JI.LJJI" 9566 ..aaa.~ 236 (7 October 9,2002 Richard F. Gau 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Prior Lake, MN 55372 RE: Agenda and Agenda Report Attached is a Planning Commission Agenda and Staff Report for the October 14, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. You or your representatives are expected to attend the meeting. You will be given the opportunity tO,speak regarding your proposal and the staff report. The meeting begins at e:ae1ttm. and is held at the Fire Station located at 16776 Fish Point Road (east of HWY 13 on the south side of CR 21). If you cannot attend the meeting, please call me so your item can be deferred to the next Planning Commission meeting. If you have any questions, please contact me at 447-9810. Sincerely, Connie Carfson Connie Carlson Planning Dept. Secretary Enclosure I:\deptwork\blankfrm\meetltr.doc 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.L Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: SITE: PRESENTER: REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC HEARING: DATE: CASE: INTRODUCTION: PLANNING REPORT 4A CONSIDER A RESOLUTION APPROVING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY 16994 MONROE AVENUE SW CYNTHIA KIRCHOFF, AICP, PLANNER JANE KANSIER, PLANNING COORDINATOR YES X NO OCTOBER 14, 2002 02-088 On September 9,2002, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this item and unanimously voted to table the requests so that the applicant and staff could discuss other alternatives. The Commission reviewed the item again on September 23, 2002, and by a vote of 4 to 1 directed staff to prepare a resolution approving a front yard setback variance to allow the property owner to construct a stoop to cover the existing concrete slab and a variance to allow a 27 foot wide driveway. The attached Resolution 02-011PC approves the following variances: 1) A 5.1 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 5 foot stoop and 5 foot overhang to permit a 14.9 foot setback (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways to permit a 27 foot wide driveway (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). RECOMMENDATION: The attached resolution is consistent with the Planning Commission's direction for the approval of the variances for the construction of a covered stoop and eave and 27 foot wide driveway. 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Planning Report - Gau Variances October 14, 2002 Page 2 ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the attached Resolution 02-011PC approving the variances because the Planning Commission finds a demonstrated hardship under the Zoning Ordinance criteria. 2. T able or continue discussion of the item for specific purpose. ACTION REOUIRED: Staff recommends Alternative #1. A Motion and second adopting Resolution 02-011PC approving variances to allow a 14.9 foot front yard setback from the public right-of-way abutting Monroe Avenue and a 27 foot wide driveway. L: \02FILES\02variances \02-088\PC Report,doc RESOLUTION 02-011PC A RESOLUTION APPROVING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE AND A 27 FOOT W luE DRIVEWAY BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for variances from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction of a 5 foot stoop and a 5 foot eave addition to an existing single family dwelling and a 27 foot wide driveway on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Townsite, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9,2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variances will not result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variances are not the result of the property owner's actions. The nonconforming lot width and prohibition of on street parking on Monroe Avenue SW are pre-existing conditions in which the property owner does not control. 6. By constructing the stoop and eave addition, the applicant will be improving the safety of the entrance. The additional width of driveway will increase the amount of off-street parking available to the subject property. 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 7. The granting of the variances, as determined by the Planning Commission, is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances will not serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, but are necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 8. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby approved the following variances to allow the addition to the existing single family dwelling and driveway expanSlOn: 1. A 5.1 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of a 5 foot stoop and 5 foot overhang to allow a 14.9 foot setback (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). 2. A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways to allow a 27 foot wide driveway (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). The following conditions of approval shall be adhered to and subject to the issuance of a building permit for the proposed addition: 1. The resolution must be recorded at Scott County within 60 days of adoption. Proof of recording, along with the acknowledged City Assent Form, shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building permit. 2. The building permit is subject to all other applicable city, county, and state agency regulations. 3. A revised survey shall be submitted that identifies the approved front yard setback. Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on October 14, 2002. Anthony J. Stamson, Commission Chair ATTEST: Donald R. Rye, Planning Director I :\02files\02variances\02-088\appr resolution .doc 2 September 19, 2002 Richard Gau 16994 Monroe Ave SW Prior Lake, MN 55372 RE: Agenda and Agenda Report Attached is a Planning Commission Agenda and Staff Report for the September 23, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. You or your representatives are expected to attend the meeting. You will be given the opportunity to speak regarding your proposal and the staff report. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. and is held at the Fire Station located at 16776 Fish Point Road (east of HWY 13 on the south side of CR 21). If you cannot attend the meeting, please call me so your item can be deferred to the next Planning Commission meeting. If you have any questions, please contact me at 447- 9810. Sincerely, Connie Carfson Connie Carlson Planning Dept. Secretary Enclosure I:\deptwork\blankfrm\meetltr,doc 16200 Eagle Creek Ave, S,E., Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: SITE: PRESENTER: REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC HEARING: DATE: CASE FILE: INTRODUCTION: PLANNING REPORT 6B CONSIDER VARIANCES TO ALLOW AN 8 FOOT STOOP TO BE LOCATED 11.7 FEET FROM THE FRONT LOT LINE, A 6 FOOT EAVE/OVERHANG TO BE LOCATED 14.1 FEET FROM THE FRONT LOT LINE, AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY 16994 MONROE AVENUE SW CYNTHIA KIRCHOFF, PLANNER JANE KANSIER, PLANNING COORDINATOR X YES NO SEPTEMBER 23, 2002 02-088 Richard Gau is requesting variances to permit a 6 foot eave/overhang and 8 foot stoop to encroach into a required front yard setback on the property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. The existing single family dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot front yard setback. The steps ofthe stoop are proposed to be 11. 7 feet from the front property line and the eave/overhang over the garage is proposed to be 14.1 feet from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue. In conjunction with the stoop and eave addition, the applicant is also increasing the width ofthe driveway to 27 feet (see Attachment 1). The project was started without a building permit. The applicant requests the following variances: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). BACKGROUND: On September 9,2002, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this item and unanimously voted to table the requests so that the applicant and staff could discuss other alternatives. On September 16, 2002, staff met with the applicant to present another alternative. The applicant feels the proposed design is the most appropriate for the 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 2 home's east facing elevation and would like to proceed with the original request. The staff asked Mr. Gau to elaborate these reasons in writing, but as of the date of this report (September 18, 2002) we have not received any additional information. The subject property was platted as Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village, in the 1850s, which was one ofthe first plats in Prior Lake. The site is zoned R-l (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District). The platted dimensions ofthe lot are approximately 50 feet wide by 142 feet in depth for a total lot area of approximately 7, I 00 square feet. In 1983, a 5 foot variance was granted from the 25 foot required front yard setback and a 4 foot variance was granted from the 10 foot required side yard setback to allow for the construction of a single family dwelling with attached garage. DISCUSSION: According to the attached survey, the existing dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot setback from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue SW. An 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang/eave are proposed along the front ofthe home. The proposed front yard setback, as measured from the step of the stoop is 11.7 feet. The minimum front yard setback from Monroe Avenue for this property is 20 feet (because of the variance granted in 1983), thus the request for an 8.3 foot variance. According to the survey, other applicable bulk standards, such as maximum impervious surface coverage, minimum setback from 170th Street SW, and minimum rear yard setback, are met. The zoning ordinance permits eaves to encroach 2 feet into a required yard, and In conjunction with other home improvements, the applicant is proposing to increase the width of the driveway to 27 feet. The zoning ordinance permits residential driveways to be a maximum of 24 feet in width at the public right-of-way. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 3 awnings and platform decks to encroach 5 feet into a required front yard. However, the proposed features are larger than the encroachments pennitted by the zoning ordinance. The Spring Lake Townsite lots were platted 50 feet in width, thus many of the lots have been combined to provide a larger buildable area for modern year round dwellings; however, some of the single lots have received relief from zoning ordinance provisions to allow a reasonable use to be constructed. Records on file at City Hall indicate that three properties within 350 feet received setback variances for the construction of residential structures. The applicant has indicated that the reason for the setback variance request is to "eliminate the potential of physical harm to anyone that uses the existing stairs.. .when leaving [the] residence in the winter when said stairs are iced over. .. and ... add a touch of character to this 20 year old house." (See Attachment 2.) VAJtlANCE HARDSHIP STANDARDS 1. Where by reason of narrowness, shallowness, or shape of a lot, or where by reason of exceptional topographical or water conditions or other extraordinary and exceptional conditions of such lot, the strict application of the terms of this Ordinance would result in peculiar and practical difficulties or exceptional or undue hardship upon the owner of such lot in developing or using such lot in a manner customary and legally permissible within the Use District in which said lot is located. The subject lot is only 50 feet in width and approximately 7,100 square feet in area. This lot does exhibit exceptional conditions that result in practical difficulties upon the owner in constructing a single family dwelling, as permitted in the R-l zoning district, however, variances have already been granted to allow for the construction of a reasonable use. The lot is relatively flat and rectangular in shape, so the topography and shape of the lot does not impact driveway width or location, so the property owner does not have a practical difficulty to warrant relief from the maximum driveway width permitted by the zoning ordinance. 2. Conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to the property or immediately adjoining property, and do not apply, generally, to other land or structures in the Use District in which the land is located. The 50 foot wide lot is a unique condition of the property, but is not exclusive to this subject lot or neighborhood. There are several subdivisions within the City of Prior Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9, 2002 Page 4 Lake that were platted with narrow lots. Furthermore, the property owner received relief to construct the existing single family dwelling. As mentioned previously, the conditions of the property do not impact the driveway width or location. 3. The granting of the proposed Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the owner. A single family dwelling with an attached two stall garage is present on the site, so the owner enjoys a reasonable use of the property. The inability to construct an 8 foot stoop is not impacting the overall enjoyment of the property. A smaller eave and stoop could provide the same protection from the elements and add interest to the architectural style ofthe home, without such a large variance. A 24 foot wide driveway offers ample area to park to vehicles side by side. 4. The granting of the proposed Variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent property, unreasonably increase the congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety. The granting of the setback variance will neither impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property nor increase congestion of public streets, but it will establish a precedent for an 11.7 foot front yard setback within the Spring Lake neighborhood, when a 25 foot front yard setback is required. Also, the driveway width variance will establish a precedent for other residential properties and may impact snow storage in the boulevard. 5. The granting of the Variance will not unreasonably impact on the character and development of the neighborhood, unreasonably diminish or impair established property values in the surrounding area, or in any other way impair the health, safety, and comfort of the area. The granting of the setback variance does not appear to impair health and safety ofthe immediate area, but it will impact the character and development of the neighborhood by establishing a new front yard setback for the Spring Lake neighborhood. 6. The granting of the proposed Variance will not be contrary to the intent of this Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. One purpose of the zoning ordinance is to "prevent the overcrowding ofland and undue concentration of structures and population by regulating the use of land and Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 5 buildings and the bulk of buildings in relation to the land surrounding them." The proposed 11.7 foot front yard setback is significantly less than the minimum 25 feet required, but the property is only required to maintain a 20 foot setback due to a previous variance, and appears to be inconsistent with the intent of the ordinance provision. The purpose ofthe maximum driveway width is to limit vehicular access to a public street, allow for adequate on-street parking availability, and provide an area for snow storage. A 24 foot wide driveway also allows parking for two vehicles. An additional 3 feet of driveway width appears inconsistent with the intent of the ordinance. 7. The granting of the Variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable undue hardship or difficulty. The existing single family dwelling is approximately 20 feet from the property line, so any architectural feature that intends to provide protection from the elements and add interest on the front ofthe home would require a variance. However, the proposed features could be reduced in depth as to limit the amount of encroachment. Since the encroachment could be reduced, the setback variance would appear to serve as a convemence. Also, the increased driveway width serves as a convenience to the property owner. A driveway that complies with maximum zoning ordinance standards would still allow for ample ingress and egress to the property, as well as vehicle storage. 8. The hardship results from the application of the provisions of this Ordinance to the affected property and does not result from actions of the owners of the property. The subject site is 50 feet in width. The zoning ordinance requires lots within the R-l zoning district to be 86 feet in width, so this lot is nonconforming. However, the fact that the property owner has proposed the addition that extends into the setback approved in 1983 and driveway width greater than permitted by ordinance makes the hardship self-created. 9. Increased development or construction costs or economic hardship alone shall not be grounds for granting a Variance. Although the addition will likely increase the value ofthe home, staff does not believe that it is the sole purpose ofthe request. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9, 2002 Page 6 CONCLUSION: The applicant was granted relief from the zoning ordinance in 1983 to construct a reasonable use on the property. The dwelling was placed at the approved front and side yard setbacks, therefore any additions to the front or rear of the home would require an additional variance. The purpose of the current variance is to provide a safe entrance and interest to the home. Staff appreciates that the property owner wants to improve the entrance to the home. However, by granting the proposed setback variance the property owner would receive a greater benefit than other properties within the Spring Lake Townsite plat and the R-I zoning district. Also, since a 24 foot wide driveway provides reasonable ingress/egress, the driveway width variance would establish a precedent for all residential properties. RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes that all nine-hardship criteria have not been met with respect to the requested variances to permit the 8 foot stoop, 6 foot eave/overhang, and 27 foot wide driveway. The applicant created the hardship by the design of the addition and the driveway. Staff could support a smaller front yard setback variance to improve the safety of the dwelling entrance, but not the proposal. The staff therefore recommends denial of the requested variances as proposed by the applicant. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the variances requested by the applicant, or approve any variances the Planning Commission deems appropriate in the circumstances. In this case, the Planning Commission should direct staff to prepare a resolution with findings approving the variance requests. 2. Table or continue discussion ofthe item for specific purpose. 3. Deny the application because the Planning Commission finds a lack of demonstrated hardship under the zoning code criteria. ACTION REQUIRED: Staff recommends Alternative #3. This requires the following motion: A Motion and second adopting Resolution 02-011PC denying the variances to allow a 11.7 foot front yard setback from the public right-of-way abutting Monroe Avenue and a 27 foot wide driveway. L:\02FILES\02variances\02-088\PC Report.doc RESOLUTION 02-011 PC A RESOLUTION DENYING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 11.7 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FORAN 8 FOOT STOOP, A 14.1 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 6 FOOT EAVE, AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for variances from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction of an 8 foot stoop and a 6 foot eave addition to an existing single family dwelling and a 27 foot wide driveway on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland Districts) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9, 2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variance will result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variance request is a result of the property owner's actions by designing the proposed addition within the required front yard setback and 1:\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution.doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave, S.E" Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER the proposed driveway wider than permitted by ordinance. The applicant has control over the property, and as such, the applicant has created the hardship. 6. There is an existing structure on the lot, so there is not a justifiable hardship caused, and that reasonable use of the property does exist without the granting of the variances. 7. The granting of the variances, as determined by the Planning Commission, is not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances will serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, and are not necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 8. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby denies the following variances to allow the addition to the existing single family dwelling and driveway expansion as shown in Attachment 1 - Certificate of Survey: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards) 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on September 23, 2002. Anthony J. Stamson, Commission Chair ATTEST: Donald R. Rye, Planning Director I :\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution.doc 2 _ocation V1a) 4< GF'~lNG LAKE RD SV" /~ / ~--~------ / / / / / ,~, / II <"I ' "y, ~/ ~ I Gau Property . Spring Lake 20 I o 20 W ?{ WI o a: z o :2 40 Feet KENT ST I~ / /--- I~ / / m / I )> / / < / m/ I KENT ST W ?{ W t: ~' W o I VALE CIR VALE CIR 1(0~M ~ I SW o ~ =1 I~ m 1 tU I H ST SW N\ST /~1~O/ (J) c z en m -l I ~ I ---;------;---1_ N + W > -<(' w- en 0:: z- ::> en ATTACHMENT 2 17 July 2002 Proposal to the City of Prior Lake Mn. This proposal, to the City of Prior Lake, is for a variance to the property located on the N.W. corner of Monroe Ave. S.W. and 170th St. W. Proper address for the variance will be 16994 Monroe Ave. S.W. Property owners are Richard F. Gau, and June L. Gau. Reason for requesting a variance is to eliminate the potential of physical harm to anyone that uses the existing stairs. We have had two people who injured themselves using our stairs when leaving our residence in the winter when said stairs are iced over. By turning our stairs to face the east, or Monroe Ave. S. W., instead of now facing south,or 170th St. W., and placing an "A" frame structure over the stairs and "eye brow" over the garage door car entrance, protruding off of the Monroe Ave. side, east, or front of the house, would add much safer entrance and exit during the winter and spring seasons. An "A" frame and "eye brow" would also add a touch of character to this 20 year old house. We are presently in the middle of residing this house, widening the driveway, and adding a utility door entrance on the 170th St. W. or south side, of garage. All of the above said projects are now "on hold", until a decision on this variance is made. I must add that the way things are with these projects, posses an extremely high risk for injury. There is a hole that has been dug to put in the frost footings and it is covered by plywood. The retaining walls need to be back filled and the asphalt needs to be laid. The house is all sided except for the front of the house. As you can see -this leaves our front yard a "Danger Zone"! Thank You Rick And June Gau BLDG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE. SW PRIOR LAKE I MN. 55372 Valley Surveying Co., P. A. SUITE 120-C. 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE I MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE t 6/2) 447 - 2570 Alo.ACHMENT 1 :\~?[{%\% PROPOSED ADDITION :;:::::;:::;:::::;:;::: A LL.EY ~ 50 plat 50.04 mea.. - _ 937.0 ~ \ I I I I I iTC El. 1933.07 II 933.17 . 936.8 _ y- I 1 , Oeck ILl -e. 0\ ~... ~ --j 10 6.0 (,; -:.~;' .:~ 6 ,. Sla'b' .\'.... Z I 0,.. .0 " . 4-. . .',,"' ",' .,.r' I~I.:.- , . . 93~ . 6 ;; 1 . Ci. 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I NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top of the existing garage slab. The lowest floor elevation is 933.31 I hereby cerhly fhot 'N. survey was pr,pared by me or unde' m'l direct superyjllon and thot 'om 0 duly ',cfn.ed Land SlWVlYOr lItlder tM ~~ the s;" Minnesota. fl. I Z. - ,,--c:.. Licen.. No. 10183 IN 40 J FEET -+ Denotes proposed direction of finished surface drainage o L SCALE 20 The existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 o Denote, 1/2 inch. 14 inch iron monument ,.t and mortced by LIC."U No. JOI8.3 . Denotes iron monument found ~ Denotes P K. Nail set Date ".Colllractor to verify dimensions Ilrior to construction." FILE No. 9566 BOOK 23E. PAGE 17 September 4, 2002 Richard Gau 16994 Monroe Ave SW Prior lake, MN 55372 RE: Agenda and Agenda Report Attached is a Planning Commission Agenda and Staff Report for the September 9, 2002, Planning Commission meeting. You or your representatives are expected to attend the meeting. You will be given the opportunity to speak regarding your proposal and the staff report. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. and is held at the Fire Station located at 16776 Fish Point Road (east of HWY 13 on the south side of CR 21). If you cannot attend the meeting, please call me so your item can be deferred to the next Planning Commission meeting. If you have any questions, please contact me at 447-9810. Sincerely, Connie Carlson Connie Carlson Planning Dept. Secretary Enclosure I:\deptwork\blankfrm\meetltr.doc 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.L Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 .-\N EQUAL OPPORTUNITY E:VIPLOYER AGENDA ITEM: SUBJECT: SITE: PRESENTER: REVIEWED BY: PUBLIC HEARING: DATE: CASE: INTRODUCTION: PLANNING REPORT 5B CONSIDER VARIANCES TO ALLOW AN 8 FOOT STOOP TO BE LOCATED 11.7 FEET FROM THE FRONT LOT LINE, A 6 FOOT EA VE/OVERHANG TO BE LOCATED 14.1 FEET FROM THE FRONT LOT LINE, AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY 16994 MONROE AVENUE SW CYNTHIA KIRCHOFF, PLANNER JANE KANSIER, PLANNING COORDINATOR _X_ YES NO SEPTEMBER 9, 2002 02-088 The Planning Department received a variance application from Richard Gau to permit a 6 foot eave/overhang and 8 foot stoop to encroach into a required front yard setback on the property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. The existing single family dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot front yard setback. The steps of the stoop are proposed to be 11.7 feet from the front property line and the eave/overhand over the garage is proposed to be 14.1 feet from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue. In conjunction with the stoop and eave addition, the applicant is also increasing the width of the driveway to 27 feet. (See Attachment 1.) The project was started without a building permit. The applicant requests the following variances: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards). 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). BACKGROUND: The subject property was platted as Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village, in the 1850s,. which was one of the first plats in Prior Lake. The site is zoned R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland District). The platted dimensions of the 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S,E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 2 lot are approximately 50 feet wide by 142 feet in depth for a total lot area of approximately 7,100 square feet. DISCUSSION: In 1983, a 5 foot variance was granted from the 25 foot required front yard setback and a 4 foot variance was granted from the 10 foot required side yard setback to allow for the construction of a single family dwelling with attached garage. According to the attached survey, the existing dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot setback from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue SW. An 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang/eave are proposed along the front of the home. The proposed front yard setback, as measured from the step of the stoop is 11.7 feet. The minimum front yard setback from Monroe Avenue for this property is 20 feet (because of the variance granted in 1983), thus the request for an 8.3 foot variance. In conjunction with other home improvements, the applicant is proposing to increase the width of the driveway to 27 feet. The zoning ordinance permits residential driveways to be a maximum of 24 feet in width at the public right-of-way. According to the survey, other applicable bulk standards, such as maximum impervious surface coverage, minimum setback from 170th Street SW, and minimum rear yard setback, are met. The zoning ordinance permits eaves to encroach 2 feet into a required yard, and awnings and platform decks to encroach 5 feet into a required front yard. However, the proposed features are larger than the encroachments permitted by the zoning ordinance. The Spring Lake Townsite lots were platted 50 feet in width, thus many of the lots have been combined to provide a larger buildable area for modern year Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 3 round dwellings, however, some of the single lots have received relief from zoning ordinance provisions to allow a reasonable use to be constructed. Records on file at City Hall indicate that three properties within 350 feet received setback variances for the construction of residential structures. The applicant has indicated that the reason for the setback variance request is to "eliminate the potential of physical harm to anyone that uses the existing stairs.. .when leaving [the] residence in the winter when said stairs are iced over... .and ... add a touch of character to this 20 year old house." (See Attachment 2.) VARIANCE HARDSHIP STANDARDS 1. Where by reason of narrowness, shallowness, or shape of a lot, or where by reason of exceptional topographical or water conditions or other extraordinary and exceptional conditions of such lot, the strict application of the terms of this Ordinance would result in peculiar and practical difficulties or exceptional or undue hardship upon the owner of such lot in developing or using such lot in a manner customary and legally permissible within the Use District in which said lot is located. The subject lot is only 50 feet in width and approximately 7,100 square feet in area. This lot does exhibit exceptional conditions that result in practical difficulties upon the owner in constructing a single family dwelling, as permitted in the R-1 zoning district, however, variances have already been granted to allow for the construction of a reasonable use. The lot is relatively flat and rectangular in shape, so the topography and shape of the lot does not impact driveway width or location, so the property owner does not have a practical difficulty to warrant relief from the maximum driveway width permitted by the zoning ordinance. 2. Conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to the property or immediately adjoining property, and do not apply, generally, to other land or structures in the Use District in which the land is located. The 50 foot wide lot is a unique condition of the property, but is not exclusive to this subject lot or neighborhood. There are several subdivisions within the City of Prior Lake that were platted with narrow lots. Furthermore, the property owner received relief to construct the existing single family dwelling. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 4 As mentioned previously, the conditions of the property do not impact the driveway width or location. 3. The granting of the proposed Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the owner. A single family dwelling with an attached two stall garage is present on the site, so the owner enjoys a reasonable use of the property. The inability to construct an 8 foot stoop is not impacting the overall enjoyment of the property. A smaller eave and stoop could provide the same protection from the elements and add interest to the architectural style of the home, without such a large variance. A 24 foot wide driveway offers ample area to park to vehicles side by side. 4. The granting of the proposed Variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent property, unreasonably increase the congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety. The granting of the setback variance will neither impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property nor increase congestion of public streets, but it will establish a precedent for an 11.7 foot front yard setback within the Spring Lake neighborhood, when a 25 foot front yard setback is required. Also, the driveway width variance will establish a precedent for other residential properties and may impact snow storage in the boulevard. 5. The granting of the Variance will not unreasonably impact on the character and development of the neighborhood, unreasonably diminish or impair established property values in the surrounding area, or in any other way impair the health, safety, and comfort of the area. The granting of the setback variance does not appear to impair health and safety of the immediate area, but it will impact the character and development of the neighborhood by establishing a new front yard setback for the Spring Lake neighborhood. 6. The granting of the proposed Variance will not be contrary to the intent of this Ordinance and the Comprehensive Plan. One purpose of the zoning ordinance is to "prevent the overcrowding of land and undue concentration of structures and population by regulating the use of Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 5 land and buildings and the bulk of buildings in relation to the land surrounding them." The proposed 11.7 foot front yard setback is significantly less than the minimum 25 feet required, but the property is only required to maintain a 20 foot setback due to a previous variance, and appears to be inconsistent with the intent of the ordinance provision. The purpose of the maximum driveway width is to limit vehicular access to a public street, allow for adequate on-street parking availability, and provide an area for snow storage. A 24 foot wide driveway also allows parking for two vehicles. An additional 3 feet of driveway width appears inconsistent with the intent of the ordinance. 7. The granting of the Variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable undue hardship or difficulty. The existing single family dwelling is approximately 20 feet from the property line, so any architectural feature that intends to provide protection from the elements and add interest on the front of the home would require a variance. However, the proposed features could be reduced in depth as to limit the amount of encroachment. Since the encroachment could be reduced, the setback variance would appear to serve as a convenience. Also, the increased driveway width serves as a convenience to the property owner. A driveway that complies with maximum zoning ordinance standards would still allow for ample ingress and egress to the property, as well as vehicle storage. 8. The hardship results from the application of the provisions of this Ordinance to the affected property and does not result from actions of the owners of the property. The subject site is 50 feet in width. The zoning ordinance requires lots within the R-1 zoning district to be 86 feet in width, so this lot is nonconforming. However, the fact that the property owner has proposed the addition that extends into the setback approved in 1983 and driveway width greater than permitted by ordinance makes the hardship self-created. 9. Increased development or construction costs or economic hardship alone shall not be grounds for granting a Variance. Although the addition will likely increase the value of the home, staff does not believe that it is the sole purpose of the request. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 6 CONCLUSION: The applicant was granted relief from the zoning ordinance in 1983 to construct a reasonable use on the property. The dwelling was placed at the approved front and side yard setbacks, therefore any additions to the front or rear of the home would require an additional variance. The purpose of the current variance is to provide a safe entrance and interest to the home. Staff appreciates that the property owner wants to improve the entrance to the home. However, by granting the proposed setback variance the property owner would receive a greater benefit than other properties within the Spring Lake Townsite plat and the R-1 zoning district. Also, since a 24 foot wide driveway provides reasonable ingress/egress, the driveway width variance would establish a precedent for all residential properties. RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes that all nine-hardship criteria have not been met with respect to the requested variances to permit the 8 foot stoop, 6 foot eave/overhang, and 27 foot wide driveway. The applicant created the hardship by the design of the addition and the driveway. Staff could support a smaller front yard setback variance to improve the safety of the dwelling entrance, but not the proposal. The staff therefore recommends denial of the requested variances as proposed by the applicant. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the variances requested by the applicant, or approve any variances the Planning Commission deems appropriate in the circumstances. In this case, the Planning Commission should direct staff to prepare a resolution with findings approving the variance requests. 2. Table or continue discussion of the item for specific purpose. 3. Deny the application because the Planning Commission finds a lack of demonstrated hardship under the zoning code criteria. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 7 ACTION REQUIRED: Staff recommends Alternative #3. A Motion and second adopting Resolution 02-011 PC denying the variances to allow a 11.7 foot front yard setback from the public right-of-way abutting Monroe Avenue and a 27 foot wide driveway. Planning Report - Gau Variances September 9,2002 Page 8 L:\02FILES\02variances\02-088\PC Report.doc RESOLUTION 02-011 PC A RESOLUTION DENYING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 11.7 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR AN 8 FOOT STOOP, A 14.1 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 6 FOOT EAVE, AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY BE IT RESOLVED BY the Board of Adjustment of the City of Prior Lake, Minnesota; FINDINGS 1. Richard Gau has applied for variances from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the construction of an 8 foot stoop and a 6 foot eave addition to an existing single family dwelling and a 27 foot wide driveway on the property located in the R-1 (Low Density Residential) and SD (Shoreland Districts) at the following location, to wit; 16994 Monroe Avenue SW, Prior Lake, MN, legally described as follows: Lot 12, Block 32, Spring Lake Village, Scott County, Minnesota. 2. The Board of Adjustment has reviewed the application for variances as contained in Case #02-088PC and held a hearing thereon on September 9, 2002. 3. The Board of Adjustment has considered the effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety, and welfare of the community, the existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, the effect on property values in the surrounding area and the effect of the proposed variance on the Comprehensive Plan. 4. Because of conditions on the subject property, the proposed variance will result in the impairment of an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, unreasonably increase congestion in the public streets, increase the danger of fire, and danger to the public safety, unreasonably diminish or impair health, safety, comfort, morals or in any other respect be contrary to the Zoning Ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 5. The proposed variance request is a result of the property owner's actions by designing the proposed addition within the required front yard setback and I :\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution .doc 1 16200 Eagle Creek Ave, S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER the proposed driveway wider than permitted by ordinance. The applicant has control over the property, and as such, the applicant has created the hardship. 6. There is an existing structure on the lot, so there is not a justifiable hardship caused, and that reasonable use of the property does exist without the granting of the variances. 7. The granting of the variances, as determined by the Planning Commission, is not necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances will serve merely as a convenience to the applicant, and are not necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship. 8. The contents of Planning Case #02-088PC are hereby entered into and made a part of the public record and the record of decision for this case. CONCLUSION Based upon the Findings set forth above, the Board of Adjustment hereby denies the following variances to allow the addition to the existing single family dwelling and driveway expansion as shown in Attachment 1 - Certificate of Survey: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang (Zoning Ordinance Section 1102.402: Dimensional Standards) 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways (Zoning Ordinance Section 1107.205. Driveways). Adopted by the Board of Adjustment on September 9,2002. Anthony J. Stamson, Commission Chair ATTEST: Donald R. Rye, Planning Director I :\02files\02variances\02-088\deny resolution.doc 2 /5;;~ PR~IO or; .~ c,,"'ii~,~ -, - \'.'.1' ~NE~ October 24,2002 Richard F. Gau 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Prior Lake, MN 55372 RE: Case File No.: 02-088, Front yard setback. variance for the construction of an addition 16994 Monroe Avenue SW Dear Mr. Gau: This letter is to officially inform you that on October 14,2002, the pl?nning Commission approved a 5.1 foot variance from the 20 foot front yard setback. for the construction of an addition, subject to the following conditions: 1. The resolution must be recorded at Scott County within 60 days of adoption. Proof of recording, along with the acknowledged City Assent Form, shall be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of a building pennit. 2. The building pennit is subject to all other applicable city, county, and state agency regulations. 3. A revised survey shall be submitted that identifies the approved front yard setback.. Enclosed is a certified copy of the original Resolution approving the aforementioned variances to be recorded at Scott County and a copy for your records. I have also enclosed a copy of the resolution denying the variance for the 27 foot wide driveway for your records. Additionally, the enclosed Assent Form must be signed by all property owners and returned to the Planning Department prior to the issuance of any necessary pennits. Should you have any questions regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me at (952) 447-9813, Sincerely, -~crn--mi '~r7~ Cynthia R Kirchdff, kf, Planner Enclosures " 16200 Eagle Creek Ave, S.L Prior Lake. Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph, (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Planning 9ommission Minutes September 23. 2002 . This should be a very nice proj ect. Stamson: · The developers have done a great job of addressing all issues. . It is a nice design - an asset to the City. · The pavers will work. It is a unique situation. All the risk has been mitigated. . The trees will be protected on site. . All other issues have been addressed to satisfaction. MOTION BY CRIEGO, SECOND BY ATWOOD, TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAN TO BE KNOWN AS CRYSTAL BAY SUBJECT TO THE 5 CONDITIONS STATED BY STAFF. ADD #6, THAT THE DRIVEWAYS BE IMPLEMENTED WITH THE PROPOSED SUBSTANCE PRESENTED. CONDITION #7 - ADD STATEMENTS IN THE CONVENANTS THAT THERE WILL BE MAINTENANCE TO THE PAVERS. CONDITION #8, RECOMMENDATION THAT THE DNR CONSIDER THE REQUEST THAT THE DOCKS ARE AS CLOSE TO THE SHORELINE AS POSSIBLE AND STILL OPERATE. CONDITION #9, ALLOW THE 30.2% IMPERVIOUS SERFACE IN TIER 2, NOTING SUBSTANTIAL REDUCTION DUE TO THE P AVERS PRESENTED. RECOMMEND THE DESIGN OF THE P AVERS BE REVIEWED BY THE ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION DEPARTMENTS. Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION BY CRIEGO, SECOND BY ATWOOD, TO APPROVE THE PRELIMINARY PLAT TO BE KNOWN AS CRYSTAL BAY, SUBJECT TO THE ABOVE CONDITIONS. Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED. This will go before the City Council on October 7, 2002. B. Case File #02-88 Richard Gau is requesting a 13.3 variance from the required minimum 25 foot front yard setback for the construction of entry addition to an existing single family dwelling and a three foot variance from the maximum 24 feet of driveway width on property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated September 23,2002, on file in the office of the City Planning Department. Richard Gau is requesting variances to permit a 6 foot eave/overhang and 8 foot stoop to encroach into a required front yard setback on the property located at 16994 Monroe Avenue SW. The existing single family dwelling maintains a 19.9 foot front yard setback. The steps of the stoop are proposed to be 11.7 feet from the front property line and the eave/overhang over the garage is proposed to be 14.1 feet from the property line abutting Monroe Avenue. In conjunction with the stoop and eave addition, the applicant L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN092302.doc 9 Planning Commission Minutes September 23, 2002 is also increasing the width of the driveway to 27 feet. The project was started without a building permit. The applicant requests the following variances: 1) An 8.3 foot variance from the permitted 20 foot front yard setback for the construction of an 8 foot stoop and 6 foot overhang. 2) A 3 foot variance from the maximum width of 24 feet for residential driveways. Staff believed that all nine-hardship criteria had not been met with respect to the requested variances to permit the 8 foot stoop, 6 foot eave/overhang, and 27 foot wide driveway. The applicant created the hardship by the design of the addition and the driveway. Staff could support a smaller front yard setback variance to improve the safety of the dwelling entrance, but not the proposal. The staff therefore recommends denial of the requested variances as proposed by the applicant. Lemke questioned if a 2 foot variance is permitted. Kirchoff said the house already has a 2 foot eave. Applicant Richard Gau, 16994 Monroe, questioned the difference between an awning and eave. Kansier explained the awning is attached to the building. His covering is a structure. Gau presented pictures of his driveway indicating there was no ample parking. He would like to fit into the neighborhood and felt there were no other options. Gau explained the procedure and invited the Commissioners to come to his home and view the situation. Comments from the Commissioners: Atwood: . Agreed the applicant's intentions are pure. . Agreed with staff that he could have the same amount of safety to the entrance with a different design. Ringstad: . Suggested tabling this two weeks ago to work out something between staff and the applicant. However, there was no compromise. . There are 9 hardship criteria and all 9 must be met for a variance. This meets very few hardships. Cannot go along with any of it, including the driveway extension of 3 feet. . Support staffs recommendation to deny. Criego: . As it relates to the driveway entrance - it was discussed at the last meeting to reduce the width of the driveway. Not sure why that was not taken as input. It still allows the applicant extra space. L:\02FILES\02p1anning comm\02pcminutes\MN092302.doc 10 Planning Commission Minutes September 23. 2002 · It does not meet the hardship and would not recommend approval of the 3 foot vanance. . As it relates to the overhangs - awnings clearly indicate a temporary light structure without being substantially put together will pillars and 2x8's. This clearly not an awning. Cannot approve. No hardship. . One area it does meet the hardship is overhang over the stoop and stairway. There is a safety issue and should allow the applicant some structure covering. Lemke: . Questioned staff on the intent of the 24 foot width driveway ordinance. Kansier explained the ordinance requirements. There are a number of public safety aspects as well. . Limit the driveway to 24 foot is for people to park along the street. That is not the case here. The reason to hold it to the standard does not work. The lot is narrow. . There is hardship along the property - it is a comer lot with two front yards. . The applicant is not asking for a bigger house or increase of impervious surface. The overhang does not increase anything. . Could fine 9 hardships in this request. Stamson: . As far as the overhangs and stoops. It comes down to what the intention of a variance. It is when someone is denied use of their property when there is no alternative. In this case, what the applicant is trying to accomplish makes sense. But this could be accomplished within the ordinance or with a reduced variance. . Kirchoff stated a 5 foot awning would be permitted over the stoop. . This does not qualify for a variance. He has other options. . The driveway - in general there is an opportunity to go from a 3 car driveway down to a 2 car driveway. In this case, the property line is so short. . There is no public parking on his street. Leaning towards a variance being warranted in the driveway case. Open Discussion: . Ringstad felt if the Commission grants Mr. Gau the variance, then they have to be prepared for others in the City. . Stamson agreed but felt there was a number of unique circumstances on this property qualifying for a variance. The slope issue, lack of on-street parking. It is unique. It is an existing home, not new construction. . Criego pointed out the applicant could have a hammerhead driveway. This is not umque. . Lemke felt the intent of the ordinance is to have reasonable use ofthe property. There is enough room for snow storage. . Criego said there are alternative ways to solve the problem. The applicant can park 4 cars right now. Nothing different from anyone else. L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN092302.doc 11 Planning Commission Minutes September 23. 2002 MOTION BY RINGSTAD, SECOND BY CRIEGO, ADOPTING RESOLUTION 02- 011PC DENYING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 11.7 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR AN 8 FOOT STOOP, A 14.1 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 6 FOOT EAVE, AND A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY. Criego questioned if the applicant could build something over the stoop for safety without a variance. Ringstad agreed. Kirchoff said he could have an awning without a variance. Criego felt an awning is temporary. Ringstad withdrew the Motion. Gau stated with the two foot overhang, water freezes in the winter and spring. He felt the proposal would be the most efficient way to keep people safe. MOTION BY RINGSTAD, SECOND BY CRIEGO, DIRECTING STAFF TO PREPARE A RESOLUTION TO COVER THE EXISTING STOOP AND STAIRWAY. Vote taken indicated ayes by Ringstad, Criego, Atwood and Stamson. Nay by Lemke. MOTION CARRIED. Kirchoff explained the appeal process. 7. New Business: A. Discussion on an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance concerning fences on corner and riparian lots. Planning Coordinator Jane Kansier presented the Planning Report dated September 23, 2002, on file in the office of the City Planning Department. The purpose of this report is to provide an overview of regulations pertaining to residential fences on comer and riparian lots. The most recent discussion about fences is the result of a discussion at the City Council forum. A City resident with a comer lot would like to place a 6' high fence along Carriage Hills Parkway. Since this street is not classified as an arterial, the front yard fence provisions apply. The City Council directed staff to review an amendment to the ordinance addressing these situations. The subject offences in the area between houses and the lakeshore is not new. In 1996, the Council considered an amendment to the fence ordinance to restrict the placement of fences in the 75-foot lakeshore setback. Staff made no recommendation on the draft ordinance that limited fence height to 5 feet and opacity to no more than that of a chain- link fence. After a great deal of discussion, the Planning Commission recommended denial of the proposed ordinance. One of the reasons given was that it did not appear to L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MN092302.doc 12 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2002 1. Call to Order: Chairman Stamson called the October 14,2002, Planning Commission meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Those present were Commissioners Atwood, Criego, Lemke, Ringstad and Stamson, Community Development Director Don Rye, Planning Coordinator Jane Kansier, Planner Cynthia Kirchoff and Recording Secretary Connie Carlson. 2. Roll Call: Atwood Criego Lemke Ringstad Stamson Present Present Present Present Present 3. Approval of Minutes: The Minutes from the September 9, 2002, Planning Commission meeting were approved as presented. Correction in the September 23rd, Minutes - Page 10, Criego: relates to driveway entrance should be "to reduce the width of the driveway". The Minutes were approved as amended. 4. Consent: A. Case 02-088 Gau Variance Resolution Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated October 14, 2002, on file in the office of the City Planning Department. Ringstad did not remember the committee approving the driveway variance. After looking at the Minutes, they agreed the variances approving the setbacks for the stoop and eave. Criego believed there were other requests for variances that the Commission did not vote on. Kansier said there was another Resolution denying the requests. The Commissioners can make another motion denying the requests. Criego recalled a third request. Lemke pointed out it was not a separate request, it was part ofthe front yard setback. Kirchoff stated there were only 2 requests. She also confirmed there were 2 Resolutions attached to the original report. L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MNI01402.doc 1 Planning Commission Meeting October 14, 2002 MOTION BY CRIEGO, SECOND BY RINGSTAD, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 02- 011PC APPROVING VARIANCES TO PERMIT A 14.9 FOOT FRONT YARD SETBACK FOR A 5 FOOT STOOP AND 5 FOOT EAVE AND DENY A VARIANCE FOR A 27 FOOT WIDE DRIVEWAY. Vote taken indicated ayes by all. MOTION CARRIED. 5. Public Hearings: Commissioner Stamson read the Public Hearing Statement and opened the meeting. A. Case 02-097 Mark Liesner is applying for a 52,492 square foot variance from the required minimum 2 acre lot area in the RS (Rural Subdivision Residential) zoning district and a 76 foot variance from the required 100 foot minimum setback from a tributary river for the construction of a single family dwelling on Lot 13, Block 2, Titus 2nd Addition Planner Cynthia Kirchoff presented the Planning Report dated October 14,2002, on file in the office of the City Planning Department. Mark Liesner is requesting variances from zoning ordinance provisions to permit the construction of a single family dwelling on property zoned R-S (Rural Subdivision Residential) and SD (Shoreland Overlay District) and located at 4525 Jackson Trail (Lot 13, Block 2, Titus 2nd Addition). The property is guided Urban Low/Medium Density Residential in the 2020 Comprehensive Plan. The site is a vacant, riparian lot, as it abuts an unnamed tributary watercourse connected with Pike Lake. Trees are scattered throughout the property. Municipal water and sewer is currently unavailable to the site. The applicant requests the following variances: 1. A 52,492 square foot variance from the required minimum 2 acre lot area in the R-S zoning district to allow a 34,628 square foot lot. 2. A 76 foot variance from the required 100 foot setback from an unnamed tributary watercourse. The applicant is requesting variances to construct a single family dwelling on property zoned R-S and SD. The subject lot does not comply with the minimum lot area established by the zoning ordinance, because it was platted in 1974, prior to the current ordinance being adopted in 1999. Moreover, the proposed dwelling does not comply with the minimum setback from the tributary watercourse that extends along the east portion of the site. Since the property is a legal, nonconforming lot of record and the required watercourse setback significantly constrains the site's buildable area, variances are warranted. The property owner cannot construct a reasonable use without relief from the zoning L:\02FILES\02planning comm\02pcminutes\MNIOI402,doc 2 PLANNING DEPARTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST I. OPEN FILE- Date Received: ~ASSign file number C~open and label file folder CcYcreate file directory under variances 7/Pz/m- II. CHECK APPLICATION FOR COMPLETENESS 717i/[)2.-~ 1:-- C) Completed application, including the appropriate signatures ~Filing Fee k () Necessary attachments (survey, house plans, contours, etc.) *~C) List and labels of property owners within 350' (verify map and radius) ~Written description of specific variances requested C) Are all the requested variances included? III. WITHIN 10 BUSINESS DAYS: A. Incomplete application (I:\template\variance\incomplt.doc) ../" C-Y Notify applicant by mail of incomplete application and list necessary submittals in order to make application complete 7/W&2-- ~ B. Complete Application (I:\template\variance\complete.doc) 6.01 CL ~ Notify applicant by mail that application is complete. Letter includes: ~ Tentative meeting date, time and location ~ Applicant is expected to attend meeting ~ Extension of 60 day action date to 120 days I:\template\variance\varcheck,doc PLANNING DEPARTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST PREPARE HEARING NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION (I :\template\variance\hearnote.doc) ~ (f IV. cr () () () V. PREPARE REFERRALS (I:\template\variance\referral.doc) g.{J1 6V' . Send referral notice of application to list of agencies and departments. Include DNR if located in a Shoreland or Flood Plain District Include County Highway Dept. if adjacent to a County Road Include other agencies as appropriate ~ ..')-0 U2+:- Notice includes: ~ Correct meeting date ~ Legal description of property ~ Property Address ~ Description of variance requests ~r Send notice to Prior Lake American by 12:00 NOON on Wednesday 3 weeks prior to meeting date VI. PREPARE HEARING NOTICE FOR MAILING (I:\template\variance\mailnote.doc) ( ) Notice includes: ~ Correct meeting date ~ Legal description of property ~ Property Address ~ Description of variance requests () Verify map and radius again! ( ) Label or type envelopes ( ) Mail notices at least 10 days before hearing date Notice must be mailed to: ~ Property Owner's List ~ Applicant ~ Property Owner (if other than applicant) ~ DNR (Shoreland or Flood Plain applications) I:\template\variance\varcheck.doc 2 PLANNING DEPARTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST VII. PREPARE PLANNING REPORT () () () () () () () () A. Report includes: (I:\template\variance\varrpt.doc) Relevant Facts (including any previous actions or variances) Suggested Findings Staff Recommendation (including any conditions) Resolution for Planning Commission adoption ( see I:\template\variance\appres.doc or I :\template\variance\denyres.doc) Location Map Survey/Site Plan Copy of hearing notice and/or application Other Exhibits B. Submit report to supervisor by Tuesday before hearing date C. Mail a copy of the staff report and agenda to the applicant (and to the property owner, if different than the applicant) ( ) The cover letter should include the meeting date, time and location, and the fact that the applicant is expected to be present. VIII. FOLLOWING PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION A. If APPROVED: () () () () () Prepare Assent Form (I:\template\variance\assent.doc) Resolution signed by Planning Commission Chair Resolution signed by Planning Director Signed and certified resolution and assent form sent to applicant for recording (see I:\template\variance\truecopy.doc for certification form) Applicant returns recorded copy of resolution and assent form or other proof of recording I:\template\variance\varcheck,doc 3 PLANNING DEPARTMENT VARIANCE APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST B. If DENIED: ( ) Resolution signed by Planning Commission Chair ( ) Resolution signed by Planning Director C. In SHORELAND or FLOOD PLAIN DISTRICT: ( ) Send copy of resolution to DNR within 10 days of Planning Commission decision IX. CLOSE FILE ( ) Add header to file folder ( ) Signed and recorded copy of resolution ( ) Signed and recorded copy of assent form ( ) Planning Commission Minutes ( ) Enter in Property Management I:\template\variance\varcheck.doc 4 V 7?!') / "1"'LICAT1~N t ,;~ '''''''l,'NC~ rR..:x-t THt; IU...:UIIU.;'41:NTS Of THE %CNIN\; ORDINANCE ,/ Name ot Applicant or Aqo!nt _)( ~" t ,-'':;.\ (\~'"'' ;..', <f "T j.-. 1(... Addre.. of AprUc.1nt / /J/'~(., I'?" "...". '-'r! ;- Street omd Nwaber of "!roct.cd Preaai.aos ./. / 7 /: ,/ /.-j";/' P...--- .';/11' ,i/ L r......, c/""fL'l., ~". Leqal Deacription Natu~e and Si:~ of I~prov~oent~ Now Exi.tinq Pr~sen~ Zoninq Cl~ssi!ication kI. / Oet..tiled o..,5cript.10:l of the: Varl..,ncc I\pplied For Ii / / / ,-J I ,.,; ~ J "'-7- C 1~1l' D i/.:<. r /r'U" - I Stutcr:cnt of P.~a~on!> 1.:-.)' Variance 15 De"nq i\pplicd Fot ~.,.-~ I . ~J ~~l tl (".);) l ./ // .~'~. ~t '7/'';..f-1 /)a r I"''',~ Fifteen CtS) :oplcs of a plat plan, 5howi~9 t~e lccation of all exi.stin9 and proposed ;-tt"-~t.u~es l!\~ be"tilc'd with-this .r'phcat1on. __ _a_.___ . ___.. _ _. ~ _. _.. ;.;,uttinq ?ropert., C-...ncrs wi 11 hC' noti fled hv C1 ty. Co~plctc The Followlnq: o 1. Llt.crill caforcc::Ic:'lt o! ":~,c Ordinar,cc would rc&ult in ur,c!JEt h4Cc!sh~p wit!'\ respect. to "':':1'1 prop~ rt.:;. m 2. Such ~~necossary ~4~cShip results tc~ause o! circ~~tancea uniquo to ~I prope~ty. ("". .~1, ~) <:-J-I~<.-, c.t. / d ,.t, 7' (9 3. Tho hardship i. caused by provisions or the Ordinance and 1s not the result of actions of persons p~.ently havin9 an interest 1n ~I parcel. S ..-~ /f4~/c o 4. The variance o~5er~~s the spirit and intent ot this Ordinance and produces s~stanclal jUltice, and 1. not contrary to the public inter..t. Variance aay be p<!rr.u.tte:1 .1.! all four requir~ntl ~~.'.!!Iet.. . Date S III ,/if~ S19natu~e ....,..::;, krY~1' UOlt.;,.,v.",. "lbb 10 to cortl',' that' ,1S-.C':QW.' r.c...... th10 II.J "y It .:.:.LJ&. 'j' . 19 8 ~ tor a ....ariance APt-Beation Fee. P.eedved by J);:;;sJ- ~//7I"'./I~"'7 -----------------------------------------------------------..-----.~---------t---..-----_.-.----- nus SPAcr TO BE FILLED xu DY PLANNUac co.v:.nSSIOu Application ~or Varianco Granted X Mav 19. 1983 Denied granted with the requirement that the hou~e be 50' from 170th street rather than the proposed 30' because it is not settinR any new precedent for substandard (.. .L'- W\JU.1.U U"'.I"" lH.' u~"-LilllL'll\..dl \.ll L,II'-.. lil.:dJ\..11 0 Wl'.J.ldlL' \}l 1,.1ll; LlJIIUlllHI.lLY Rclfto1 ri< s : o~ Pl..nn~n? COll"ll"l.:.ss.rJr..........,J1""t> R!]q(>th,-_.. Overheads Presentation ~aterials L:\TEMPLA TE\FILEINFO.DOC ---- Spring Lake 20 I _ocajon \I1a-) KENT ST / !fi !S! I KENT ST <( w ~ -, ~ w o VALE CIR VALE CIR w ~ w o ~ '- z /0 / ~ or '1ING lAKE RD 8'.'" ,/ 17GTf'"I ;:) J ~w \ \ \ j- \ \ ~ ~~1 ~ I -::0 r- -\ o 20 40 Feet I I \ o m :E ~ -t m ~ m lfUIM;:,TSW ~ST ~- ------ N + ~ ~ <( w- oo ii z- :=l 00 BLDG. PERMIT SURVEY PREPARED FOR: RICK a JUN E GAU 16994 MONROE AVE. SW PRIOR LAKE. MN. 55372 Valley Surveying Co., P.A. SUITE IZO-C. 16670 FRANKLIN TRAIL FRANKLIN TRAIL OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PRIOR LAKE. MINNESOTA 55372 TELEPHONE (612) 447-2570 .PROPOSED ADDITION A LL.EY ~ 50 plat 50.04 meal. -,937.0 '."t \ I I I TC El- 933.07 933.17 . 936.8 1"-- I I I I ILl f,. ~ -' \ 6.0 DECK ~ la.J ::> ;z la.J :> c:( 01 N (J) otl 01 otl Oeck -:.. .:-.~.-~ Ib . ( " .. ..,; to Slab \ . 1> I '. .. C> .~"..r: :f'7.;'. 16.1 --, . .93:(6-' 6 z 11.7 o I 6 siOO'? VI Cl'ILI'-EP I"G _-I La C NLI'-I""Il> _I~:::"""" I ~._.I ::. I , I , I , ~ I I \ J I J la.J o a:: ;Z o ~ ";~,,z,~ HOUSE " Ci. N <t 5.8 936.6 ,.. o ~ - .. a" .. e ,.- 15.7 iii: . 9~.~3---'" . N <t ~ ~ g I E \ ; Iii \ \ .. " .. e 1O N N <T 9' f':!,_ 50.01 meal. 50 plat I I I 1 ....,.934.0 60 / / ,,__. /"'930.1 '....j SPRI NG- - - - LAKE ---- ROAD 9Z9.46 , 930.51 , DESCRIPTION: Lot 12, Block 32, SPRING LAKE VILLAGE, Scott Counly, Minnesola. Also showing the location of all visible improvements and encroachments on to or DIY from said property as of this 91h day of August, 2002. : I \ :'j , '-7 ;-:-.- 933.1 Denotes existing grade elevation x (933.0) Denotes proposed finished grade elevation i I ~ I," AI}' ~ I" '\ b' J '"N\') U' . ~.." I I,. , U'-_, ! . I I;' )j ..JL/ NOTES: Benchmark Elevation 933.31 Top oCthe existing garage slab. O. I Z'O 40 I I hereby cerfl'~ that thi, survey wos prepared Denotes proposed direction of finished surface drainage I1y me a, _or my direcl suporvi,io.n and Ihot 10m 0 duly I,censed Land SUlVeyo.r _or the Ian the s,o~ M,nn.,otO. The existing garage slab is at elevation 933.31 iC ~.d/ c::P ~ _ The lowest 1100r elevation is 933.31 Dol. 51-II. -" -c... Licen.. No. 10183 SCALE IN FEET o Denot.. 1/2 inch .II: 14 inch iron monument J.t and marked by Licen5a No. 1018.3 . Denotes iron monument found c>> Denotes P. K. Na" set ""Colllractor 10 verify dimensions Iniar to construction".... FILe: No. 9566 BOOK 236 PAGe: 17 -.."'""..... ....~~-'"-~.~.....,--~. -~-"...