HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992 01-16 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA BOARD OF APPEALS AND ADJUSTMENTS
HELD ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 16, 1992
EDINA CITY HALL MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Helen McClelland, Don Patton, Mike Lewis
and Geof Workinger
MEMBERS ABSENT: D. Byron
STAFF PRESENT: Kris P. Aaker
Jackie Hoogenakker
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Mr. Lewis moved approval of the November 21, 1991, meeting
minutes. Mr. Workinger seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion
carried.
II. NEW BUSINESS:
B-92-1 Douglas D. Gillespie
4511 Sunnyside Road
Edina, MN 55424
Lot 1, Block 4, Country Club Fairway District
Request: A 611 sideyard setback variance for building
height to allow the expansion of a dormer.
Ms. Aaker informed the Board the subject property is a single
family home located on the southwest corner of Sunnyside and Bruce
Avenues. The applicant is in the process of an extensive remodel
of the home to include a two story addition and the introduction of
an new attached three stall garage. The applicant obtained a
building permit to begin construction with the stipulation that the
proposed new dormer on the south side of the home comply with code.
The dormer in question would be extending an existing dormer by
eight feet. The applicant is now applying for a variance in hopes
that the dormer can be installed as originally designed, to provide
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additional space in the new bedroom area. The Board should note
that the remainder of the addition complies with all zoning
requirements.
Ms. Aaker pointed out the board should also note that, the
proponents design occupies the very maximum lot coverage allowed
per ordinance so there will be no opportunity to expand the
footprint of the building in the future. The applicant understands
and acknowledges this fact.
Ms. Aaker reported staff could support variance approval due
to the following unique circumstances present on the site:
1. The proposal maintains the existing setback and height of
the existing home.
2. The entire proposal with the exception of the dormer
conforms to all ordinance requirements.
3. Similar variances in the immediate area have been
approved by the board.
4. Neighbors impacted by the proposal have not objected to
the proposal.
Ms. Aaker concluded staff would recommend that materials used
in the addition match the existing dwelling and that the variance
be strictly limited to the plans as presented.
Mrs. McClelland questioned Ms. Aaker if the neighbor to the
south objects to the proposal. Ms. Aaker said the neighbors to the
south have viewed the plans and support the proposal.
Mr. Lewis moved approval subject to staff conditions. Mr.
Patton seconded the motion, noting the proponents must realize
after the addition is constructed they are at maximum lot coverage,
no more construction can occur on this site. All voted aye; motion
carried.
III. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.
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