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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994 05-05 Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Minutes RegularMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA ZONING BOARD HELD ON THURSDAY, MAY 5, 1994 5:30 P.M., MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman D. Runyan, C. Ingwalson, L. Olson, R. Hale, R.M. Utne STAFF PRESENT: Kris Aaker, Jackie Hoogenakker I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Mr. Ingwalson moved approval of the March 3, 1994, meeting minutes. Mr. Runyan seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. II. NEW BUSINESS: B-94-17 Elaine Vergeer & Richard D. Hirsch 7708 Gleason Road Lot 11, Block 7, Braemar Hills 9th Addition Request: A 1.97% lot coverage variance Ms. Aaker informed the board the subject property is located on the west side of Gleason Road just north of West 78th Street. The subject home is a double dwelling unit located amongst a number of doubles along Gleason. The proponent would like to replace an existing deck with a 126 sq. ft. deck to include a hot tub room underneath. The board should note that the property received a variance from lot coverage requirements in 1983 to accomplish the addition of the above mentioned deck. Ms. Aaker concluded the proposal will not exceed the request as approved for variance in 1983. In addition, findings for similar lot coverage variance approvals appear to be applicable to some degree to the proponents request. Staff therefore recommends approval subject to the use of matching materials. The proponent, Ms. Vergeer was present to respond to questions. Mr. Runyan asked Ms. Aaker if the structure itself exceeds lot coverage requirements. Ms. Aaker said that is correct, the structure is non -conforming. Mr. Hale asked if staff has received any negative comments from impacted neighbors. Ms. Aaker responded to date staff has not received any negative comments. Mr. Runyan pointed out the proposed deck appears to be the same size as the existing deck. Ms. Vergeer said the proposed deck is the exact size as the existing deck, but is a different shape. Mr. Hale moved variance approval subject to plans presented. Mrs. Utne seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. B-94-18 Scott and LaVonne Garoutte 6105 Abbott Avenue South Lot 23, Block 3, Town Realty's Edina Terrace Request: A 6 inch sideyard setback variance for an extension of a family room Ms. Aaker informed the board the subject property is located on the east side of Abbott Avenue between West 60th Street and West 61st Street. The home consists of a one story rambler built in 1957. The homeowners are hoping to add onto their existing family room into the rearyard area. The proposed addition will measure 14 X 24 and will consist of 336 square feet. Ms. Aaker concluded the variance is minimal in scope and scale and similar to the non -conforming sideyard setbacks existing along the block, staff therefore supports the request. The proponents, Mr. and Mrs. Garoutte were present. Mr. Garoutte submitted to board members letters of support for the variance request from impacted neighbors. Mr. Hale moved variance approval. Mrs. Utne seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.