06-17-2019 Planning Commission Packet

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been developed as a part of the Master Plan but will be created as their respective phasing is developed and funded. Practical Difficulties 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the Zoning Chapter.: The Camp TEKO property is zoned as LR-1 B, a one-family lakeshore residence district.This district is intended for a combination of medium-residential developments and limited agricultural activity that should not endanger the quality of runoff into Lake Minnetonka. Additionally, this property also falls into the SD Shoreland Overlay District. The LR-1 B Allowed Uses are as follows: City-owned public service structures, Gardens, Municipal Buildings, Non-rental Guest Apartments, One-family detached dwellings, and publicly owned parks and playgrounds. The property's use as a camp results in permitted as a conditional use in this district per Sec 78-328 (1). Camp TEKO has operated since 1965 as a summer day camp. It has been well cared for with improvements throughout this time frame.Temple Israel has obtained a comprehensive Master plan as a way to ensure the camp's long-term vitality and viability. The Camp TEKO Master Plan proposes changes that result in the following requests for variances: 1. Improvements to the bluff and bluff impact zone 2. Building and Hardcover in the 75 ft Lakeshore setback 3. Number of entrance monuments and gates. a. The variance is in harmony with the general intent and purpose of the Ordinance.: The variances requested are minor in the scheme of the overall property, and along with all other proposed elements in the Master Plan, are intended to improve the health, safety, comfort, and morals of all users compared to the existing camp as it operates today. b. The variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan.: Page 7 of 10