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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996 04-18 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS HELD ON THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 1996 5:30 P.M., MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Helen McClelland, Lorelei Bergman, Nan Faust MEMBERS ABSENT: Don Patton, Mike Lewis, David Byron APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: The minutes of the March 15, 1996, meeting were filed as submitted. II. NEW BUSINESS: B-96-13 Ed Noonan 5244 Eden Circle Parts of Lots 6 and 7, Block 1, Edenmoor Addition Request: Parking setback variance Ms. Aaker informed the Board the subject property is located on the east side of Eden Circle and is south of Eden Avenue. The site consists of a one story office building with a full lower level. The property is under parked according to ordinance standards. The property has paved area that currently can accommodate approximately 16 cars. The proponent is proposing to increase the number of parking stalls to 23. The increase would improve the parking ability of the building but would still not meet Ordinance standards in terms of setback or number of stalls required. Ms. Aaker explained the proponent is requesting setback variances to allow seven additional parking stalls that would encroach into the 20 foot setback requirement from right-of-ways and that would encroach into the 10 foot setback requirement from buildings. Ms. Aaker concluded the use of the property is currently non -conforming in terms of the setback and the number of parking stalls provided and setback of parking areas. The non -conforming situation may continue as it exists today with 16 stalls on site. The request is to increase surface parking to 23 stalls however, variances from setback are required. Any increase in on site parking would be an improvement to the current situation. The proponent has incorporated adequate landscaping for the improvements therefore staff supports the request as submitted. The proponent, Mr. Ed Noonan was present to respond to questions. Ms. McClelland pointed out in reviewing plans for the Kunz -Lewis site is became apparent this property cannot acquire more land from anyone. Mr. Noonan agreed, he pointed out he is trying to improve an existing non- conforming condition by increasing parking spaces, and adding landscaping. Mrs. Bergman commented it is unusual to have a City park so close to industrial and office uses. Mrs. Faust said she supports the increase in landscaping, and if possible would like to see more added to the site. Mr. Noonan said it is his plan to improve all aspects of the property, adding it is his long term goal to move into the space now occupied by Merit Supply. Ms. McClelland said there is no question of the hardship on this site, adding in her opinion any improvement is a benefit to the area. Mrs. Bergman moved approval subject to the plans presented, and the implementation of landscaping on the site, noting the existing hardship. Mrs. Faust seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m. WWO ► �, �NXIII --�.