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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,April 17,2017 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> Given the low elevation of this property in relation to Lake Minnetonka, and therefore its potential direct <br /> impact on the lake's water quality, any variance approvals also must seek to include stormwater runoff <br /> remediation through best management practices. This is particularly appropriate for the hardscape <br /> variance being sought. Again, because of the property's low elevations, infiltration of stormwater runoff <br /> will be difficult, and this fact challenges the appropriateness of any hardscape variance request. <br /> Requiring the installation of numerous rainwater gardens using deep root plants is one solution that could <br /> mitigate the impact of any variances being sought;there are other best management practices available, <br /> too. For example, for every square foot of variance sought, an equal square foot of rainwater garden must <br /> be installed. Without this type of trade-off solution building, I encourage the Planning Commission reject <br /> the requests." <br /> Curtis noted the email also discusses Application 17-3929, and concludes by stating: "I truly hope the <br /> Planning Commission will look at these comments as positive and encouraging of the variance process as <br /> long as it includes commensurate requirements for water quality protection so that other efforts to return <br /> Long Lake and Lake Minnetonka's watershed to a healthier state aren't negated." <br /> Thiesse noted the applicant has addressed those concerns and it appears that the practical difficulty has <br /> been addressed. Thiesse commented this is a tough site. <br /> Landgraver stated one of the practical difficulties is the low elevation of the lot and the plan addresses the <br /> overall management of water runoff. <br /> Lemke stated the orientation of the house benefits both neighbors. <br /> Leskinen stated she likes the improvement over the last plan. <br /> Landgraver moved,Leskinen seconded,to recommend approval of Application No. 17-3918, <br /> Rehkamp Larson on behalf of Bill Toles, 1095 Ferndale Road West,granting of variances and <br /> conditional use permits,subject to Staff recommendations. VOTE: Ayes 6,Nays 0. <br /> 6. #17-3927 NATHAN AND BETH BRANDENBURG,825 FOREST ARMS LANE, <br /> VARIANCE,9:02 P.M.—9:05 P.M. <br /> Nathan Brandenburg, Applicant, was present. <br /> Curtis stated the applicants' entire home is situated lakeward of the average lakeshore line as determined <br /> by the two adjacent neighboring homes. The applicants have applied for an average lakeshore setback <br /> variance in order to conduct structural improvements to the upper level on the lake side of their home <br /> ahead of the average lakeshore setback line. The proposal includes construction of a 780 square foot <br /> expansion over the existing garage within the existing footprint of the home. In addition, a 6' x 7.5 <br /> portion of the new second floor area is proposed to bump out over the existing lakeside deck. However, <br /> structural coverage and hardcover levels will not change. <br /> Staff provided an analysis of practical difficulties within the memo and the Planning Commission may <br /> choose to review the individual criteria. <br /> Page 23 of 48 <br />