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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 06-16 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes RegulaarMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HELD ON THURSDAY, JUNE 16, 1994 5:30 P.M., MANAGERS CONFERENCE ROOM , MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Helen McClelland, David Byron, Charles Ingwalson MEMBERS ABSENT: Don Patton, Mike Lewis, Geof Workinger STAFF PRESENT: Kris Aaker, Jackie Hoogenakker I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Byron moved approval of the April 21, 1994 meeting minutes. Ms. McClelland seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. II. NEW BUSINESS: B-94-25 Steve and Sara Severson 5428 Oaklawn Avenue Lot 8, Block 9, South Harriet Park Addition Request: A 1.87 foot frontyard setback variance for an overhang with posts Ms. Aaker informed the board the subject property is located along the west side of Oaklawn Avenue North of West 55th Street and south of west 53rd Street. The homeowners are proposing to add a front overhang with posts over their front stoop. The homeowners hope to accomplish a covered front entry with posts for the purposes of providing interest to the front of the home and protection from the elements for visitors. Ms. Aaker concluded it would appear that the magnitude of the variance is minimal and would have little if any impact on the neighborhood. Staff supports the request as submitted. The proponents Mr. and Mrs. Severson were present. Mr. Byron asked the proponents if the realize the overhang cannot be enclosed in the future. Mr. Severson responded he is aware that the overhang cannot be enclosed. Mr. Byron moved approval subject to the conditions that materials match the existing structure and the overhang is to remain unenclosed., Mr. Ingwalson seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. B-94-26 John and Mary Otterlei 4602 Annaway Drive Request: A 10 foot frontyard_setback variance Ms. Aaker explained to the board the subject property is located north of Annaway Drive and just south of the City of Hopkins municipal boundary. The subject hope was built in 1969 and is a two story colonial with attached two car garage. The, home owner would like to accomplish a third garage stall however, setback standards and lot configuration prohibit alignment of a new garage stall with the existing attached garage. Ms. Aaker concluded Staff supports the request as submitted given the limitations of the site. The proponent Mr. Otterlei was present. Mr. Ingwalson noted there appears to be no home located on that part of the cul de sac except for the subject property. Ms. Aaker responded that is correct, the subject property is isolated. There are neighbors, but the site is heavily wooded. Continuing, Ms. Aaker pointed out the subject property is very difficult to add on to because of the cul de sac. Mrs. McClelland agreed with Ms. Aakers observation, she pointed out the subject property bears the brunt of the cul de sac. Mr. Ingwalson stated in viewing the proposal he believes the proposal presented this evening is the best solution in obtaining a third garage stall. Mr. Byron asked if the immediate impacted neighbors support the request. Ms. Aaker said the immediate neighbor submitted a letter of support. Mr. Byron moved variance approval due to the hardship that exists on this property, noting the location is unique, and subject to the use of matching materials. Mr. Ingwalson seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. Mr. Otterlei informed the board the entire house will be resided. All exterior materials will match. , B-94-28 Peter and Jeanne Crain 5416 Brookview Avenue Lot 5, Block 8, South Harriet Park Request: A 1.5 foot sideyard setback variance for building height Ms. Aaker informed the board the subject property is located on the west side of Brookview Avenue and consists of a 1 1/2 story cape cod style home. The lot measures 60 feet in width and 135 feet in depth for a lot area of 8100 square feet. The homeowners are hoping to accomplish an expansion of their one car garage into a two car tandem garage with master bedroom above. The proposed plans include an expansion of the second story. Ms. Aaker concluded given the design limitations of a 60 foot wide lot and given the sensitivity with which the design was rendered staff can support the request. Mr. Crain, the proponent was present. Ms. McClelland questioned Ms. Aaker if the plans stay within the same footprint. Ms. Aaker stated that is correct. The majority of the addition will be above the proposed tandem garage. Mr. Byron asked if there is an increase in building footprint. Ms. Aaker pointed out the footprint will be increased to the north to accommodate the expansion of the one car garage to a tandem two car garage. Ms. McClelland questioned if the existing porch will be saved. Mr. Crain said the existing porch will remain as is. Mr. Ingwalson asked if neighbors have expressed support. Ms. Aaker said neighbors have expressed support for the proposal. Mr. Byron moved approval due to the limitations of the lot and, subject to the use of matching materials. Mr. Ingwalson seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.