HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 04-07 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EDINA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 1994
5:30 P.M., MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Lee Johnson, Nan Faust, Ann Swenson
MEMBERS ABSENT: Rose Mary Utne, Len Olson
STAFF PRESENT: Kris Aaker, Jackie Hoogenakker
I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
Mrs. Faust moved approval of the December 2, 1993, meeting
minutes. Mrs. Swenson seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion
carried.
II. NEW BUSINESS:
B-94-12 Joseph & Kelly Jasper
4612 Lakeview Drive
Lot 5, Block 4, Golf Terrace Heights
Request: A four foot frontyard setback variance for a
front entrance overhang with posts.
Ms. Aaker informed the Board the subject property is located
on the north side of Lakeview Drive, south of Golf Terrace and east
of Lake Harvey. The property consists of a two story home built in
1948. The homeowner's are in the process of remodelling and adding
onto their home which includes a third garage stall, a new front
entry, family room and expanded kitchen. All aspects of their home
remodeling conform to ordinance requirements with the exception of
a new front entry. The new entry is proposed to encroach four feet
into the established frontyard setback.
Ms. Aaker explained the existing front stoop currently has no
protection from the elements. The homeowners have indicated they
are hoping to accomplish a covered front entry to protect visitors
to some degree from the elements, and also to enhance the appearance
of the front facade. Currently, the front face of the home has
little relief with the exception of window placement.
Ms. Aaker concluded lately it has become popular to "dress up"
the front facades of homes as proposed by the applicant. The
Zoning Board of Appeals has recently over the last year and one
half heard a number of similar requests. Staff supports the
request as submitted, provided matching materials are used in the
addition.
The proponent, Mr. Jasper was present.
Mrs. Faust questioned Ms. Aaker if the front overhang can be
extended. Ms. Aaker responded the front overhang can be extended
to three feet.
Mr. Johnson asked what the average frontyard setback of the
block is. Ms. Aaker explained the average frontyard setback along
this block is 41.3 feet.
Mrs. Faust asked if neighbors have expressed an opinion. Mr.
Jasper said to date no neighbors have objected to the proposal, and
have expressed approval of the plans. Mr. Jasper added the front
of the home needs to be "dressed up".
Mrs. Swenson asked what materials would be used on the
exterior. Mr. Jasper said wood shakes. Mrs. Swenson questioned if
the columns would also be of wood. Mr. Jasper responded that the
proposed columns would also be constructed of wood. Mrs. Swenson
asked Mr. Jasper what roof materials would be used for the
overhang. Mr. Jasper said the roof overhang would be shakes. Mrs.
Swenson questioned if the gray can be matched. Mr. Jasper
responded the gray of the shakes can be matched.
Mrs. Faust moved variance approval subject to the use of
matching materials, with the suggestion that the materials used for
the overhang match the existing roof. Mrs. Swenson seconded the
motion. All voted aye; motion carried.
III. ADJOURNMENT•
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