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m <br />i <br />new footprint is almost twice as large as what currently exists. Rahn stated the main issue in most of <br />these applications is the amount of hardcover on the property. <br />Alexander stated the reason for raising the roof is that the height of the ceiling on the main floor is <br />7.8 ’, which is substandard, with an attached garage is being added. <br />Rahn stated according to the discussions at the last Planning Commission meeting, he does not feel this <br />qualifies as a remodel. Rahn stated the applicant is not allowed to expand the nonconformity. <br />Alexander inquired whether the garage is being considered as part of the new addition. <br />Rahn inquired whether the attached garage is the same size as the existing detached garage. <br />Capra staled it is slightly larger. Capra noted the current hardcover on this lot is 49 percent and that this <br />proposal is a major improvement. Capra stated the 25 percent limit is unrealistic given the price of the <br />lot and that he has eliminated whatever he possibly can. Capra indicated he would prefer to construct <br />the new residence at 30 percent rather than remodel. <br />Winkey stated the Planning Commission has struggled in the past with what constitutes a remodel <br />project versus a rebuild. Winkey inquired if there are any prices that the City has on this project. <br />Oundlach smted she has not done a price per square foot calculation but that 1,584 square feet exist and <br />1,050 square feet is being added. Gundiach stated the existing second story is not going to be expanded <br />except for a bathroon. and storage area on the second floor and a storage area above the garage. <br />Oundlach stated in her opinion this project is borderline for being considered a remodel. <br />Winkey stated in his opinion the value of the remodel project would exceed 50 percent of the value of <br />the residence and should be considered a rebuild. <br />Bremer cited a previous situation where a property owner was allowed to add a second story where none <br />existed, add one foot to the first story, and add an attached garage. <br />Curtis stated in dud situation the garage was not attached but that the ceiling height was raised in a <br />portion of the existing residence, with a half-story addition being added. Curtis noted the Planning <br />Commission would be discussing that application later at tonight’s meeting due to some issues that have <br />arisen. <br />II li ■Sibil MHlaiilfei