07-15-2024 Planning Commission Packet

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Date: July 15, 2024 Item: 5.2 Presenter: Natalie Nye, Planner Section: Public Hearings Title: #LA24-000035, Molly Wolf, 2080 North Shore Drive, Variances (Staff: Natalie Nye) 1.Purpose: The applicant is requesting side yard and rear yard setback variances for the construction of a new deck. 2.MN§15.99 Application Deadline: The application was received on June 19, 2024 and deemed complete on June 24, 2024. The 60- Day timeline for review expires on August 23, 2024. 3.Background: The applicant is requesting side and rear yard setback variances in order to construct a new deck. The subject property is substandard in size and width. The lot is 0.29 acres when the LR-1A District requires a minimum of 2 acres. The lot is approximately 105 feet in width when 200 feet in width is the minimum. The proposed deck is attached to the home and therefore must abide by the principal structure setbacks of 50 feet from the rear property line and 30 feet from the side property line. The existing home on the property is nonconforming and approximately 42 feet from the rear property line. The construction of any rear deck would require a variance. The proposal meets all other zoning requirements, including hardcover. 4.Public Comment: The applicant has provided neighborhood acknowledgment forms for both impacted neighbors as shown in Exhibit H. 5.Staff Recommendation: Staff is supportive of the side yard and rear yard setback variances in order to construct a new deck on a nonconforming lot. 6.Planning Commission Action Requested: Motion to recommend approval of the requested variances at 2080 North Shore Drive. AGENDA ITEM Exhibits Exhibit A - Staff Report Exhibit B - Application Exhibit C - Practical Difficulties Form Exhibit D - Narrative Exhibit E - Survey 43