03/17/03 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, March 17, 2003 6:30 o'clock p.m. (#4) #03-2875 SANDRA ANN BENSON, 1376 BALDUR PARK ROAD,VARIANCE 7:45-7:55 P.M. Sandra Benson, Applicant, Wes Sampson, the Architect, and Dan Larkin, the General Contractor, were present. Chaput reported that the applicant was requesting variances to reconstruct and expand the roof of an existing principal structure and replace windows and doors on the second story. The required variances would include principal structure located 25.1' from the OHWL of Lake Minnetonka where 75' is required, a side yard setback of 6.6' with a 1' overhang encroachment where 10' is required, and a 48.7' encroachment into the average lakeshore setback Chaput explained that neither the footprint of the structure nor the hardcover was proposed to change with the roof expansion. She stated that the applicant proposes to remove a portion of the existing roof of the original structure and replace it with one continuous ridge, approximately 14"higher than the existing roof structure, or 1'10"below the roofline attached to the west. The exact height may vary within inches from what is proposed once the structure is worked out. Chaput indicated that the structure was not proposed to be closer to the OHWL than what exists currently. With regard to the structural engineer's report, Chaput reported that the engineer reviewed the proposed roof reconstruction and found that the existing foundation and walls can support the proposed work. The extent of the proposed work includes replacement of some windows, doors and walls on the second story of the house. Chaput indicated that the first story of the structure and other portions of the home will not be modified as a result of this proposal. After reviewing the issues for consideration, Chaput stated that staff recommends approval of the requested variances to reconstruct and expand the roof of the existing principal structure with two conditions mentioned in the memo dated February 25, 2003. Benson commented that they hoped to obtain more living space from the remodel. Chair Smith stated that, in her opinion, the remodel will be more attractive and that she had no difficulty approving the application. Rahn questioned the need for further screening , since the elevation change was so minor to cause the need for more screening. Hawn asked if the applicant objected to planting more trees. Benson stated that she could plant additional trees. PAGE 10 of 24