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AGENDA ITEM Prepared By: mcc Reviewed By:LLO Approved By: 1. Purpose. This application is regarding an average lakeshore setback variance in order to make structural improvements to the home. 2. MN§15.99 Application Deadline. The application was received on April 19, 2023, and considered to be complete on April 20, 2023. Therefore the 60-Day review period expires on June 19, 2023. 3. Background/ Summary. The applicant is proposing to construct minor additions to the home to expand the deck on the lake side with a squared off configuration to replace the existing circular deck and add new stair cases; raise the roof over the northeastern portion of the home to increase the symmetry of the roofline; add a shed dormer on the lake side; and construct a new entry with a covered/roofed porch. An average lakeshore setback variance is required. 4. Variance Description. The home on the subject property is situated entirely lakeward of the average lakeshore setback established by 2697 Ethel Avenue (a lakeshore flag lot) and 2684 Casco Point Road on the north. The proposed additions to the home have been designed to improve the aesthetics of the home while minimizing the impact to the adjacent properties and their existing views of the lake. The proposed one-foot roof expansion in height, shed roof change, and front entry porch on the street side of the home are minor and should not significantly impact views of the lake enjoyed by the neighbors. The reconstructed deck will generally be in the same footprint. The reconstructed deck and new stair will be no closer to the lake than existing; however, the expansion on the north side of the deck will result in a new encroachment. 5. Planning Commission Vote and Comment. On May 15th, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted 7 to 0 on a motion to approve the requested average lakeshore setback variance. 6. Public Comment. The neighbors to the north, the Runkles, provided comment focusing on their concerns about a LMCD dock variance benefitting the subject property. Comments from the public were received and are attached as Exhibit D. 7. Staff Recommendation. Staff Planning Staff recommends approval. COUNCIL ACTION REQUESTED Move to adopt Resolution No. 7372 attached as Exhibit A. Exhibits A. Proposed Resolution No. 7372 B. Proposed Plans C. Draft PC Minutes 05/15/2023 D. Public Comment E. PC Staff Report 05/15/2023 Item No.: 17 Date: June 12, 2023 Item Description: LA23-000021 – Teresa Elsbernd with Home Reflections o/b/o John & Leslie Cadle, 2691 Ethel Avenue, Variance– Resolution No. 7372 Presenter: Melanie Curtis Planner Agenda Section: Consent Agenda