HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-10-24 PACKET 06.1.STAFF REPORT CASE: V11 -020
ITEM: 6.1
PUBLIC MEETING DATE: 10/24/11 TENTATIVE COUNCIL REVIEW DATE: 11/16/11
APPLICATION
APPLICANT: P.J. McMahon
REQUEST: A variance to setback requirements for accessory structures to allow
a shed to be closer to the side property line than the required 20 -foot
setback for corner lots.
SITE DATA
LOCATION: 8414 Isle Avenue South
ZONING: R -3, Single Family Resident
CONTIGUOUS
LAND USE:
NORTH: Residential
EAST: Residential
SOUTH: Residential
WEST: Residential
SIZE: N/A
DENSITY: N/A
RECOMMENDATION
Approval, based on the findings of fact and subject to the conditions
stipulated in this staff report.
COTTAGE GROVE PLANNING DIVISION
Planning Staff Contact: John M. Burbank, Senior Planner
651 - 458 -2825 or 0 burbank _cottage- grove.org
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Planning Staff Report — V 11 -02
McMahon Setback Variance
October 24, 2011
Page 5 of 6
Noise
The current storage use has minimal noise generating capabilities, and this expanded use is not
anticipated to change the noise generation except during construction of the new shed.
Screening
The applicant is proposing to screen the new structure with landscaping, and this is a recom-
mended condition of approval.
Parking
The proposal does not impact any current require parking areas. The boat that is identified in the
air photo is no longer parked in this location.
Setbacks
The request is to reduce the existing street side property line setback from six feet to zero feet. This
area is along the corner of the current six -foot high fence line.
Surface Water Management
The proposed use does not require additional surface water management actions.
Public Hearing Notices
A public hearing has been scheduled for the Planning Commission meeting on October 24,
2011. The notice announcing this public hearing was published in the South Washington County
Bulletin and mailed to 71 property owners within 500 feet of the property on October 13, 2011.
The applicant has also indicated that he will be contacting the adjacent neighbors prior to the
Commission meeting to answer any questions about the proposed use.
Recommendation
For the Planning Commission to recommend that the City Council approve a variance to the
setback requirements for accessory structures to allow a shed to be placed zero feet from the
street side property line at 8414 Isle Avenue South in lieu of the required 20 -foot setback for
corner lots, based on the findings of fact and subject to the conditions listed below.
Findings of Fact:
A. The principal structure is centrally located on the irregularly- shaped lot.
B. There is an existing non - conforming shed on the property located closer than the re-
quired setback.
C. The existing non - conforming shed was not constructed by the Applicant.
D. There is an existing six -foot high fence located along the entire street side property line.
E. The steep slopes and mature trees in the rear yard limit placement opportunities of a new
accessory structure to the proposed location.
F. Placement of the structure closer to the principal structure could negatively impact site
drainage from the attached garage.
Planning Staff Report — V 11 -02
McMahon Setback Variance
October 24, 2011
Page 6 of 6
G. The existing non - conforming shed is deteriorating and is in need of replacement.
H. The new accessory structure expansion towards the street side property line will be in the
same location on the property line as the existing six -foot high fence.
I. The existing shed and fence locations do not adversely impact the view of adjoining
neighbors of any parks, open space, or wetlands.
J. The proposed accessory structure location is not anticipated to adversely impact the view
of adjoining neighbors of any parks, open space, or wetlands
K. The proposed accessory structure will make the home more efficient and livable and in-
crease the ability to bring current exterior storage items inside a structure.
L. The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent
properties, will not increase the congestion of the public streets, will not endanger the
public's safety, or will not diminish property values within the neighborhood.
Conditions of Approval:
1. All applicable permits (i.e., building, electrical, grading, mechanical) must be completed,
submitted, and approved by the City prior to the commencement of any construction ac-
tivities. Detailed construction plans must be reviewed and approved by the Building Official.
2. The new accessory structure shall be screened with landscaping that meets the quantity
and design approval of the Planning Division.
3. The new accessory structure shall be architecturally similar in design and color to the
principal structure. Final design details shall meet the approval of the Planning Division.
John M. Burbank, AICP
Senior Planner