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Zoning File #2301 October 17,1997 Page 4 under today's development standards. Because Council just approved a 3 1/2' fence within the right-of-way on the property immediately to the east at a location 15' from the paved roadway, it would seem reasonable to staff that the proposed arborvitae hedge on this property also meet that 15' setback standard. Applicant also proposes arborvitae along the east lot line to the lakeshore, which does not require a variance and which appears to be acceptable to Brooks. Staff Recommendation Staff recommends approval of the hedge at its staked location 15' from the paved roadway. Staff recommends approval of the metal gate on brick posts subject to no paving or graveling of the i^proach to that gate. Regarding the proposed driveway apron expansion, staff perceives the existing driveway as too wide, but it was ^proved by Council at this width with the approvals for remodeling of the existing house. The expansion will tend to make the perceived width even wider, although the actual width at the right-of-way line does not change. A tradeoff would be to suggest that applicant narrow the driveway before adding the new flare, but off-street parking would be lost and replacement parking could only then be in the area directly to the east of the existing house, which would place more hardcover nearer the lake. The proposed driveway expansion may be appropriate in this context, and will not create an unsafe situation. Options for Action Planning Commission should separately address the three issues of the proposed gate in the right-of- way within the 0-75' zone; the proposed driveway expansion; and the proposed plantings within the right-of-way. Planning Commission should recommend approval, conditional approval, or denial. If additional information is needed, tabling would be appropriate. This item will be placed on Council's October 27 agenda at the applicant's request. I ( • \* r • •• . \ h