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[■■' <br />Zoning File #2125 <br />April 9,1996 <br />Page 3 <br />In order to minimiTg the visual impact of the altered bluff, applicant will be asked to plant additional <br />shrubs within the north yard that will also assist in minimizing erosion, the noises and direct view <br />of the Countv Road. <br />Statement of Hardship <br />Please refer to Exhibit A, and Resolutions #2008 and #1698, Exhibits K and L. <br />Issues for Consideration <br />1.The presence of the bluff has created additional hardships for this property. Although <br />elevations lend themselves to the creation of the walkout, does the existence of the bluff call <br />for modification in design. The structure has been placed at the 35’ front setback line ^d <br />cannot be moved further north away from bluff. Should structural footprint be reduced m <br />size? <br />2.Review the topography of the north street yard elevations. The steep topography would limit <br />exterior yard use. <br />3.Does the fact that the property is located within the 250-500' of the lake have any bearing on <br />vour consideration? <br />Options of Action <br />To deny, approve as proposed or approve as amended. Any recommendation of approval must <br />include the following conditions; <br />1.Prior to the City issuing a building permit for the new construction, applicant must arrange <br />for a meeting* vith Hennepin DOT and the Orono staff to determine the need for any <br />improvements within the County right-of-way or on property to minimize impact of <br />additional drainage. <br />2. Pavment of $225 sewer unit charge with a building permit application. <br />3.Access to the property shall be gained via unimproved Park Avenue to the north at the <br />intersection of Park Avenue and Tonkaview Lane. Applicant to install signage for address <br />at intersection of Tonkawview Lane. <br />4.Silt fence to be installed on the southwest boundary of construction site until ground cover <br />is established.