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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD SEPTEMBER 8, 1986 #1022 CHARLES SCHALL 605 PARK LANE VARIANCE RESOLUTION #2040 Present for this matter were: Charles & Marilyn Schall, their attorney Dave Singer, and their contractor Marty Bethke. Also present were the objecting neighbors, Stan & Bette Rudd of 601 Park Lane, with their attorney James McKinnon. City Administrator Bernhardson explained the request to construct a two -car garage allowing a bedroom above the proposed garage which encroaches into the sideyard setback. This request was tabled for a full Council due to a previous 2 -2 vote by Council. He noted the memo included in Council's packet from City Attorney Thompson. City Attorney Barrett stated that he agreed with City Attorney Thompson's opinion and further stated that he felt the Council should consider the judgement of facts whether the addition would substantially change or alter the impact on the neighborhood noting, if the Council finds that the addition would have minimal impact on the neighborhood, at that point they could proceed. Councilmember Grabek stated that he did not feel that the proposal would have a great overall impact on the neighborhood or Lake Minnetonka, therefore, he made a motion to approve the variance request as presented to allow the Schall's to construct both the garage -and room above. Mayor Butler seconded Councilmember Grabek's motion. She questioned if the additional findings prepared by staff should be included in the resolution. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron reviewed with the Council the additional seven facts or findings of hardships claimed or demonstrated by applicant that may be added to the resolution. Councilmember Adams stated that he would like all seven findings added to the resolution. Councilmember Frahm stated that he felt the addition 5' in height to the proposed garage does make a difference and enfringe upon the neighbors and that there are alternatives.