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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br /> MONDAY,MARCH 19,2018 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> Landgraver commented the application is pretty straight forward. <br /> Leskinen moved,Schwingler seconded,to recommend approval of Application No.LA18-000013, <br /> Nathan VanCamp,601 Minnetonka Highland Lane,granting of a rear yard setback variance per <br /> Staff recommendations. VOTE: Ayes 6,Nays 0. <br /> 4. LA18-000015 MICHAEL JONES,3186 NORTH SHORE DRIVE,VARIANCES,7:08 <br /> P.M.—7:18 P.M. <br /> Michael Jones,Applicant,was present. <br /> Curtis stated a new residence was constructed on the lot in 2009. At this time the applicant is requesting a <br /> hardcover variance in order to reconstruct an existing non-conforming detached garage in a conforming <br /> location. The existing garage does not have an existing improved(paved)driveway and the new <br /> driveway would require additional hardcover. The proposed hardcover level would not exceed the <br /> existing level and does include the new driveway. The applicant is proposing to stay within the 28 <br /> percent hardcover. <br /> Staff has conducted a practical difficulties analysis which is contained in Staff's report for review by the <br /> Planning Commission. <br /> Staff finds practical difficulties exist due to the property's unique shape and size. The existing detached <br /> garage can be legally reconstructed in the same footprint and location. While it does not exist currently, <br /> the assumed hardcover serving the existing garage could be constructed at any time by the property <br /> owner. The permitting requirements apply if the project results in over 50 cubic yards of disturbance. <br /> Therefore,the applicant's argument regarding the use of the total assumed hardcover as"existing" <br /> hardcover level may be reasonable. <br /> Public comments have been received and are included in the Commissioners' packets. <br /> Planning Staff supports the variance request. <br /> Lemke asked what the height of the existing garage is versus the new garage. <br /> Page 8 of 23 <br />