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r Request for Council Action continued Page 2 of 4 October 10, 1997 Zoning File ni95 the street and the front line of the residence at 980 West Femdale to which it is accessory. Also, applicant proposes to replace the pre-existing wood fence located in the right-of-way of Femdale Road, along the south side of the road adjacent to the lakeshore parcel. Parcel F. That existing fence is approximately 6' from the pavwd roadway, and encroaches 15-20' into the right- of-way from the actual lot line. The easterly half of the fence is within 75' of the lake, and requires a variance. The municipal code also requires a property owner to obtain written permission from the City to place a fence within a street right-of-way. Planning Commission Recommendation A. Planning Commission reviewed the garage replacement request at their September 15th meeting, and on a vote of 6-1 recommended approval of the garage replacement per the following conditions: 1. Approve street setback of 1'. 2. Approve variance for garage nearer street than principal residence. 3. Garage to be limited to 18'x24' size and must meet 26' wetland setback (as well as minimum 10' side setback). B. At their September 15th meet'mg, Planning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the fence replacement within the right-of-way of West Femdale Road, subject to the following conditions: 1. Maximum fence height 6'. 2. All portions of fence to be located at least 10' from existing pavement. Please review the draft Planning Commission meeting minutes attached for further detail on the discussion. Staff Recommendation A. Garage replacement. In staff s opinion the only rationale for granting the requested variances is the fact that a garage has existed at this location for many years. However, that garage is in such a state of dilapidation that it is a candidate for hazardous building action. It is unlikely that the