05-19-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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NENUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING CON VVUSSION MEETING HELD ON MAY 19, 1997 •(#11 - #2235 Martin Schneider - Continued) Smith asked if there would be any effect on the neighborhood. Schneider said the use would not be increased and amount of parking stalls is excellent. He said he has not received any neighborhood complaints. Smith asked if the second story was not used, if the code would still apply regarding a fire suppression system. Van Zomeren said it would. Van Zomeren reported that if the application was approved, the comprehensive plan would need to be amended to reflect the change in use. Stoddard moved, Smith seconded, to approve the amending and continuation of the conditional use permit to provide for class instruction for the Lake Minnetonka Environmental School as outlined in application, subject to Staff recommendations and review of appropriate use classification and required building and State rules and regulations for appropriate use. The Staff recommendations subject the approval to the following standards: The building shall have a certificate of occupancy before the school relocates into the building. A future change in tenancy shall require an amendment to the conditional use permit. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays 0. • (The meeting was recessed for ten minutes.) ( #12) #2236 WILLIAM H. BOCKMANN,1090 LOMA LINDA AVENUE - VARIANCE - PUBLIC HEARING - 9:43 -9:50 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was present. Van Zomeren reported that the applicant is seeking variances to street setback, side yard, and hardcover for removal of a one -car garage and replacement by a two -car garage. A lot area variance of 78.5% is required. Hardcover in the 75 -250' setback would increase from 37.2% to 38.98 %. The street setback would remain the same. Van Zomeren indicated that the lot area, width, and well location, which limits the location of the garage, are the hardships. Other homes in the area also have two -car garages. Staff recommends approval. Acknowledgment form has been received from adjacent neighbor at 1082 Loma Linda Avenue supporting the proposal. The applicant provided a letter from his neighbor indicating support for the garage to be located P from the north property line. • There were no public comments. 16