11-13-2023 City Council Agenda Packet

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FILE #LA23-000050 October 16, 2023 Page 6 of 6 The neighboring property owner at 3365 Crystal Bay Road has submitted a comment letter (Exhibit I). The neighboring property owner is not supportive of the project due to the impact on his current view of the lake and the additional hardcover. The applicant has moved the house further from the lake after speaking with the neighbor, which is reflected on the current proposal. Issues for Consideration 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official control? 2. Does the Commission should discuss the increase in hardcover and request the hardcover calculation specific to the area within the 75 -foot setback. Testimony from the applicant regarding mitigation for stormwater should be requested. 3. Are there any other issues or concerns with the proposed rear yard setback as it relates to the HCRRA property? 4. The Commission should inquire about the construction timeline of the project and how the applicant plans to manage construction parking on Crystal Bay Road. Planning Staff Recommendation Staff is supportive of the requested variances for lot area, lot width, 75-foot lake setback, hardcover within the lake setback, overall hardcover, and rear yard setback in order to construct a new single-family home with the following conditions: 1. The property cannot use HCRRA corridor for any personal improvements. 2. Pervious pavers or similar material must be used for any walkways or patios. 3. Stormwater Mitigation such as gutters must be installed on the property. List of Exhibits Exhibit A. Application Exhibit B. Practical Difficulties Form Exhibit C. Proposed Survey Exhibit D. Existing Survey Exhibit E. Plans Exhibit F. Hardcover Calculations Exhibit G. Narrative Exhibit H. Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority Comment Letter Exhibit I. Neighbor Comment Letter Exhibit J. Mailing List & Map