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VAR 08.85CITY OF FAIOLEY. SUBJECT 6431 LJNIIVEMSMY AVE. WE. VV FA1O aY. MN. 6543E jaw 671.2450 ADDRESS Um APPEALS CO14MISSION: APPROVED DISAPP CITY COUNCIL REVIEW: REQUIRED: AYES VARIANCES DATE I DATE NO. CITY COUNCIL: APPROVED DISAPPROVED _ DATE NO. STIPULATIONS: .. . .... .... .... ........ .. ...... NAMEFEE LO RECEIPT No. LOT NO. BLOCK NO. TRACT OR ADDITION LEGAL DESCRIPTION: C� a • . VARIANCE-REQUEST(S): (Attach plat or survey of property showing building, variances, etc., where applicable) a 40 i Section(s) of the City Code: m List specific hardship(s) which requires the variance(s): ,• FF err DATE' Z® de` ►N KO VARIANCES FOR CITY USE ONLY Board members notified of meeting by dist member—s, date notified. and 'Yes' or `I:o" for plans to attend hearing. ' Patricia Gabel Name Date* Plan To Attend Alex Barna Jean Gerou • r Donald Betzold James Plemel Person making appeal notified: and the fallowing property owners having property within 200 feet Name By Whom Date Phone or Mail Notified ,See Attached Sheet 7-12 mail Mailing List Variance 280 Stonybrook Way N.E. David P. Kondri.ck James P. Hill 280 Stonybrook Way 7601 Alden Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley,MN 55432 J. and S.M. Enterprises Bruce M. Hein 6490 Riverview Terrace 211 Stonybrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Douglas A. Brown Paul C. Riddle 180 Stonybrook Way 245 Stonybrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Alfred H. Bernstein Robert L. McGregor 220 Stonybrook Way 265 Stonybrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Clelland Mart.insnn Henry A. Bessessen 7650 Alden Way 289 Stonybrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Joseph M. Lapinski Bernard L. Gross 7680 Alden Way 290 Craigbrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Donald R. White Kenneth H. Caraen 7736 Alden Way 270 Craigbrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Isabelle L. Vader Richard 0. R6nningen 160 Craig Way 250 Craigbrook Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Richard K. Riersgord Reinie J. Weiss 170 Craig Way 7610 Alden Way Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Ray J. Kauth 167 Craig Way Fridley, MN 55432 John G. Dziedzic 161 Craig Way Fridley, MN 55432 George Sundem 7641 Alden Way Fridley, MN 55432 David P. Newman 7635 Alden Way Fridley, MN 55432 APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, JULY 239 1985 " PAGE 4 Mr. Plemel stated Northwestern Bell could build this building 40 ft. farther south without a variance. Would that really make that much difference as far as visual pollution? MOTION BY MR. PLEMEL, SECONDED BY MS. GEROU, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. UPONA VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:09 P.M. Mr. Barna stated he could only visualize other telephone company substations he has seen which look like big brick buildings, and he just did not feel this would be a very appealing -looking building. Since he did not have Medtronics' site plan and did not know what other areas there were where this building could be placed, he did not feel he was in a position to grant the variance. Ms. Gerou stated she felt the building was too close to a residential neighbor- hood, and with the neighborhood opposition, she would vote to deny the variance. Ms. Gabel stated she also was opposed to the variance, because she did believe city ordinances had a purpose and that purpose was to protect the character of the residential neighborhood. She felt there was room on the parking lot to put the building elsewhere. She did not think there was a defined hardship, and again she felt perhaps it was encumbent upon the heavy telephone users in the area to cooperate in some way to bear the brunt of the building, rather than the people who will benefit so little. MOTION BY MR. BARNA, SECONDED BY MS. GEROU, TO RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL DENIAL OF VARIANCE REQUEST PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE TO REDUCE THE SETBACK OF AN INDUSTRIAL BUILDING ADJACENT TO A RESIDENTIAL BUILDING FROM 50 FEET TO 10 FEET ON THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 12, TOWNSHIP 30, RANGE 24, ANOKA COUNTY, THE SAME BEING 6951 CENTRAL AVENUE N.E. (MEDTRONICS PARKING LOT). UPON A VOICE VOTE, GABEL, GEROU, BARNA, VOTING AYE, PLEMEL VOTING NAY, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Gabel stated this item would go to City Council on Aug. 5. =2. VARIAN OE ST PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE TREDUCET=DE YARD SETBACK FROM 5'FEET.TO I FOOT70 ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AN - ZbU 5IUNYbKUUK WAY. (Kequest by Uavid KondriGk, Z8U stonybrook Way, I-rid7ey, MOTION BYIMR. BARNA, SECONDED BY MS. GEROU, TO TABLE THIS ITEM UNTIL THE AUGUST 13','H _APPEALS- COMM.ISSION_ MEETING AT THE REQUEST -QF THE _PETITIONER. ICE VOTE, -ALL -VOTING AYE,- .CHAIRPERSOK LABEL UPON A VO - DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED- .,-UNANIMOUSLY. APPEALS COMMISSION'MEETING, JULY 23, 1985 PAGE 3 Mr. Ripsin stated this site was chosen because it is in the middle of a service area for Northwestern Bell. It was chosen because Medtronic was agreeable to leasing this particular piece of property in this location to Northwestern Bell. Ms. Cynthia Mabel, 1214 Norton Ave., stated she was a homeowner of a single family home. She asked why this building had to be on this site. She stated she felt there were other locations on the parking lot that would be just as suitable away from the residences. She stated the reason for city ordinance is to protect homeowners and their property values. She stated she was definitely opposed to this building in this location. Mr. Don Elias, 7390 Concerto Curve N.E., stated he owned property at 1240-42 and 1250-52 Norton Ave. He stated ordinances are for a purpose; and even though he had no real objection to the building, he felt the City should stick to its ordinances. Mr. Barna stated he would like to see a full plan of Medtronics' total planned facility, because this location did not seem like the best place for this building. He could see some visual affect along Central Avenue. The building at Georgetown Apartments was completely invisible from anyone except a few residents in the southerly building. This building would be sticking right up towards Central Avenue and would be visible to everyone driving by. Ms. Gabel stated there has to be other areas around a given vicinity where a building could be located. She was very much opposed to putting this type of facility this close to a residential neighborhood. Mr. Ripsin stated there were other sites. One was down along the railroad tracks by the transmission line, but the transmission line would interfere with the operation of the facility. They also talked to Onan, and Onan was willing to give them a site, except Onan has to dig up an area because of the creosote pit from the old pole company. Mr. Barna asked if it was necessary to be close to Central Avenue. Mr. Ripsin stated, yes, it was. He stated the telephone cables run along Central Avenue. It becomes more costly the farther away they get from the telephone cables. Mr. Barna stated he was also opposed to this building being so close to a residential neighborhood. He couldn't see why this facility couldn't be closer to the Medtronics building as'actually Medtronics and Onan are going to be the major users. He could not see why the major users were getting the less impact. He would feel more comfortable if this was more to the south side of the parking lot. Mr. Plemel stated he felt parking lots are never very beautiful. He could see why Medtronics would want the facility located on this corner, and he could not see where this low building would cause any visual harm. ® COMMISSION APPLICATION REVIEW, Departmentplanning Number 58 File Date Meeting Date 7/2/85 8/13/85 CITY®F FRIDLEY File Ad*"9/D@@cftffcp variance COMMETE REVIEW CHECKLIST 80 Stonybrook Way- Side yard setback from 10-feet to 1 foot for living area. RETURN TO PLANNING JIM -COMMENTS JOHN P y ,ti:_ f DDARREL CLYDEez-C6 6� lff RMARK LEON 2-�- 4 Item #l, August 13, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Way Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. A PL NISMWIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. ff CITYOF FRIDLEY CIVIC CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 55432 • PHONE (612) 571 -3450 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Appeals Commission of the City of Fridley will conduct a Public Hearing in the City Council Chambers at 6431 University Avenue Northeast at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 13 ,1985 in regard to the following matter: Consideration of a variance request pursuant to Chapter 205 of the Fridley City Code, to reduce the side yard setback from 10 feet to 1 foot to allow the construction of a three season porch on Lot 4, Block 8, Pearson's Craigway Estates 2nd Addition, the same being 280 Stonybrook Way. Notice is hereby given that all persons having an interest therein will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above time and place. PATRICIA GABEL CHAIRWOMAN APPEALS COMMISSION Note: The Appeals Commission will have the final action on this request, unless there are objections from surrounding neighbors, the City Staff, or the petitioner does not agree with the Commission's decision. If any of these events occur, the request will continue to the City Council through the Planning Commission with only a recommendation from the Appeals Commission. ' CITY OF FRIDLEY APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, AUGUST 13, 1985 CALL'TO ORDER: Chairperson Gabel called the August 13, 1985, Appeals Commission meeting to order at 7:38 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Pat Gabel, Jean Gerou, Donald Betzold Members Absent: Alex Barna, Jim Plemel Others Present: Darrel Clark, City of Fridley Tom Taylor, 1537 S. Oberlin Circle B. B. Chapman, Barton Aschman Assoc., Mpls. Jon Monson, 5200 Willson Rd., #401 B. W. Ekstrum, 6401 University Ave. N.E., #301 Linda Hanagan, 7879 Beech St. N.E., Pappy's Foods APPROVAL OF JULY 239 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION BY MS. GEROU, SECONDED BY MR. BETZOLD, TO APPROVE THE JULY 23, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN. ' UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OLD BUSINESS: TABLED'FROM THE JULY 23RD MEETING: 1. CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE REOUEST PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 205.OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO -REDUCE -THE SIDE -YARD 'SE�`fB S C IO ,' , ;. ' THE G W.T. (Request by David Kondrick,Stonybrook ay ., Fridley, Mn. 2) Item to remain on the table at petitioner's request. 1..46)Ila (I'm:iYjIw1gM1Lima $*. "ala=1►aftIF s�l�rlti�.�1��:1.A�I�I�tiig'�iii�'/�1:7i�.��te�!1 St by lack Lindahl, 7800 Elm reet N.E., ey, Mn. MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MS. GERTO REMOVE THE ITEM FROM THE TABLE. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPE_RS N GABEL DE D THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING;'AUGUST-13,'1985 .... .............PAGE 2 Mr. Clark stated they have a new plot plan with the new concept of building and rking. If the new building is built, the only two variances left to be to ed at would be the size of the lot (which is pretty restricted by the exi ing buildings) and one of the zero lot line clearances would have. to be ap oved (the north one). The way the petitioner eliminated the other variance r uests was to reduce the size of the building and to construct a parking 1 along the south side of the building eliminating the parking stall varianc and also reducing the lot coverage to below 40% maximum. It also increa d the number of parking stalls and meets the requirements of the present cod Mr. Clark statedt t if the Appeals Commission approves these two variance requests, the only ipulations would be that a joint driveway easement be filed with the Count because the driveway as shown does encroach on the property to the south, nd that the north wall be a masonry wall with no openings. Ms. Gabel stated that at t last meeting, they had suggested the petitioner consider platting both grope ties as one parcel. Did the petitioner have any desire to do that? Representing the petitioner, Jac Lindahl, Mr. Tom Taylor stated they did not. He stated it was very difficult wi h the unique partnership and ownership situation. He stated they will hav a letter from 7800 (existing building) and the other building recorded at t County before the building permit is issued. They will also have a letter rom the tenant on the north size recorded consenting to the zero lot lin . The joint driveway easement will be recorded before the building permit is i ued also. He stated they have no objection to the stipulation for a fire -r ed wall on the north side. MOTION BY MS. GEROU, SECONDED BY MR. BETZOLDX\ TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON ABEL DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:50 P.M. Mr. Betzold stated it would appear that in order t build anything on this particular lot, it would require a fairly small bui in ng--probably too small to be very usable for this type of area. This was aar preferable plan than the one presented at the last meeting. It would se e so serve the purposes of the city as well as the petitioner. Ms. Gerou stated she would be more in favor of this buildi plan than the one submitted at the last meeting, and the petitioner had d pped the variances from four to two. Ms. Gabel stated she appreciated the work the petitioner had do\h;ave working the plan. The zero lot line was not an uncommon thing. At thishe did not know what else could be done with this piece of properte was probably a point in time with a piece like this when they would grant a variance. She thought these variances were reasonable. Item #1, August 27, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Way A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. CITY OF FRIDLEY APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 1985 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Gabel called the September 17, 1985, Appeals Commission meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Pat Gabel, Alex Barna, Jim Plemel, Jean Gerou, Donald Betzold Menbers Absent: None Others Present: Darrel Clark, City of Fridley Rochelle Kroohn, 6454 -Riverview Terrace George Bydion, 6454 Riverview Terrace James Faulwell, Unity Medical Center APPROVAL OF AUGUST 27, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MR. BARNA, TO APPROVE THE AUGUST 27, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OLD BUSINESS: TABLED FROM THE AUGUST 27TH MEETING TO REDUCE THE SI ANC EST PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY David Kon T€ - 280_ Stony roo ay Fridley, Mn._ 55432 Item to remain on the table. NEIJ BUSINESS: r 11 ` 1� e4111 1P -all r •`a • 1• a •• 1 • i ew lerrace NA., Fridley, Mn. 'AY Y -Y -- iViVV, ues y George on, 6454 River: MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MR. BARNA, TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 1985 PAGE 2 Chairperson Gabel read the Administrative Staff Report: ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 6454 Riverview Terrace N.E. A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.25.8.C1 requires that all new structures and uses be placed not less than forty (40) feet from the top of the bluff line overlooking the Mississippi River. Section 205.25.8.C2 requires that all new structures and uses shall be placed not less than 100 feet from the Mississippi River normal high water line as defined by the Federal Insurance Administration's Flood Insurance Study. Public Purpose served by these requirements is to enforce the standards and guidelines as laid out by the Interim Development Regulations for the Mississippi River Corridor critical area. They are as follows: a. To protect and preserve a unique and valuable state and regional resource for the benefit of the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens for the state, region and nation; b. To prevent and mitigate irreversible damage to this state, regional, and national resource; c. To preserve and enhance its natural, aesthetic, cultural, and hi.storic value for the public use; d. To protect and preserve the river as an essential element in the national, state, and regional transportation, sewer and water and recreational systems; and, e. To protect and preserve the biological and ecological functions of the corridor. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "I need to position the sunroom out from the front of the house with the glass panels facing.south in order to utilize the passive solar system. The solar benefit could not be achieved from any other position except the south side. The house is loated too close to the southern lot line to build from the south side leaving me with no choice but to build out from the west end of the house." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: In keeping with Section J3 of the Interim Development Regulations for the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area, the local unit of government may Item #1, September 17, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Nay ~ A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY MUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. Item #1, September 17, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Way A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of .mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. Land Planning sflf ( «' " Jl 6875 Highway No.65 N.E. land Surveying • • ( Minneapolis, Soils Testing Minn. 55432 Civil Engineering \� telephone 784-6066 Municipal Enginee ;pd, ® Engineer �1_ & Su-rveyors Area Code 612 Ce fi to of Survey foU LIS CJOHANSON, INC. xcc- STI)JEC,-) 31 BLOC 1�. g c_50N 5 CQNG Wt -\Y 2.�8 ADDITION - a.Nor.A coVNT`f, M1•.l til. h• f✓ 11` ��( Via• .Ca 1 � � VE S � c 1 hereby certify that this is o true and correct representation of a survey of the boundaries of the above described land, and of the location of all buildings, thereon, and all visible encroachments, if any, from or on said land. As surveyed by me this22�day of A. D. 19_4. _ ?�' SUBURBAN ENGINEERING, INC. � .7c I jw�� X C,2"1- Ide? {{{ u i J •W i 1 � i S ' 4 1 1 'ti r i r, 0 a i � / f i 0 HT[I 11"T -4Dv" -�7. itIj I �I i, Ii it .�`V �I' .��'�� i ±F%� ! i F r' -7 ,� } j °/ %0 � Item #1, October 15, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Way A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED By RDQUIRMM: Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING,'OCTOBER 15, 1985 PAGE 2 MOTION BY MR. BARNA, SECONDED BY MR. BETZOLD, TO OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 7:37 P.M. Chairperson Gabel read the Administrative Staff Report: ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 6211 Riverview Terrace N.E. A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.3a requires a rear yard setback of not less than 25 percent of the lot depth, with not less than 25 feet permitted or more than 40 feet required for the main building. Public purpose served by this requirement is to provide rear yard space to be used for green areas which enhance the neighborhood. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "Grandmother is 85 years old and cannot use stairs. She will be moving in January 1, 1986." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: Petitioner wants to add a room onto the rest of the existing home. The desired addition would reduce the rear yard from the required 32 feet to 14.7 feet. If the Board approves this request, staff has no stipulations to suggest. Mr. Clark stated the Commissioners had an aerial photo which showed the house and the adjoining structures. The neighbor immediately behind the petitioner had come into the office inquiring about the proposal. He was planning to build a detached garage in the near future, and his only concern was whether Mr. Burandt's addition would have any affect on his building a garage. Mr. Clark stated he had assured the neighbor it would not. Mr. Burandt stated they have an existing three -season porch on that end of the house right now with a flat roof. He planned to tear off the porch and expand and put a gable into the roof. The addition would be a 14 ft. by 14 ft. family room. Because his grandmother who will be living with them cannot climb up and downstairs, this will give her a family room area on the first floor. MOTION BY MR. BARNA, SECONDED BY MR. BETZOLD, TO CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:43 P.M. CITY OF FRIDLEY APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, OCTOBER 15, 1985 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Gabel called the October 15, 1985, Appeals Commission meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. R01 I rAl I Members Present: Pat Gabel, Alex Barna, Jim Plemel, Donald Betzold Members Absent: Jean Gerou Others Present: Darrel Clark, City of Fridley Theodore Burandt, 6211 Riverview Terrace N.E. Dennis Wood, 7571 Alden Way N.E. Norm Brody, 2233 North Hamline Ave., St. Paul 55113 Donald & Mary Landry, 6597 Pierce St. N.E. Gerald Paschke, 7970 University Ave. N.E. William & Marge Remarke, 510 Cheri Lane N.E. See attached list APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 17;'1985, APPEALS -COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MR. BARNA, TO APPROVE THE SEPT. 17, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OLD BUSINESS: TABLED FROM THE SEPTEMBER'I7TH MEETING .. .. ..... ...... . .. ..... . ... ..... ..... 1. CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE.REQUEST PURSUANT TO -CHAPTER 205 OF.TH-E FRIDLEY -Ia M Fvr 11 LJ II ILJ,- LI\✓ / UUAI 1V1\, IIIL J!1'IL UL -11\U G.UV .01 V1\1 UIXlJVN wlil 111. G. (Request_ y avi-d Kondrick, 280 Stony roo ay r1 ey, n. 32j Item to remain on the table. NEW BUSINESS: .. ..... .... ...... ...... ........... ...... ...... ...... 2. CONSIDERATION OF.'A.'.VARIANCE'.REQUEST :PURSUANT. TO.'CHAPTER.:205.,OF.:THE-FRIDLEY "ALLOW. THE. CO'N=CTION, OF A '. LIV ING AREA A0011 AM UN'.LUT_..,V"MUUK -ANN :ADDITION.' HE Request by eo ore Burandt and Charlotte Buranat, 6211 Riverview Terrace N.E., Fridley, Mn. 55432) APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, OCTOBER 29, 1985 ...... . ....... PAGE 2 2. CONS que VARIANCE REQUEST PURSUANT TO'CHAPTER 205'OF THE FRIDLEY and Joan Burrow, 5924 Oakwo—od-Fa-nor, Fridlev, Mn. 55432) Public hearing open. MOTION BY MR. BARNA, SECONDED BY MR. BETZOLD, TO REMOVE. THE ITEM FROM THE TABLE. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Chairperson Gabel read the Administrative Staff Report: ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 5924 Oakwood Manor N.E. A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.1 requires a front yard with a depth of not less than thirty-five (35) feet. Public purpose served by this requirement is to allow for off-street parking without encroaching on the public right of way and also for aesthetic consideration to reduce the building "line of sight" encroach- ment into the neighbor's front yard. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "Home was built in the reverse position. The entrance under consideration is now our main entrance as the new road was built on the opposite side than proposed. Entrance is small and not convenient as door from basement and exterior collide. There is just enough room to turn oneself around in existing entrance. Furniture, appliances or other large items cannot be brought into existing entrance of the house or into the basement. The construction being considered will also allow for additional access for exit in case of fire, storm, etc. Addition will also allow for better heat circulation and efficiency. Last, but not least, addition will enhance the usage of existing square footage and the aesthetics of our home inside and for the neighborhood." C.. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: The petitioner was granted a variance in 1981 for his present 22 foot setback. He would now loke to add on an additional 3 feet to enlarge the depth of his front foyer. There is very little boulevard on Oakwood Manor; approximately 1 foot. If the Board approves this request, staff has no stipulations to suggest. CITY OF FRIDLEY APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, OCTOBER -29, 1985 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Gabel called the October 29, 1985, Appeals Commission meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. ROLL CALL: Members Present: Pat Gabel, Alex Barna, Jim Plemel, Jean Gerou, Donald Betzold Members Absent: None Others Present: Darrel Clark, City of Fridley Gerald Burrow, 5924 Oakwood Manor Daniel Walesch (representing Gerald Paschke) APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 15, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES: MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MR. BARNA, TO APPROVE THE OCT. 15, 1985, APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES AS WRITTEN. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY„ OLD BUSINESS: TABLED FROM THE*OCTOBER 15,-1985,'MEETING 1. CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE REQUEST PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY LUUt 1U REDUCE THE SIDE YARD SETBACK R S ;. FPV. Mx I[.J, LIIU MIJU111U17, 1nF- JMFIL DG11`il LOU aIU]IT DKUUR MAT 11.C. uest by David Kondrick,Stonybrook ay R et', n. 55432) Mr. Clark stated he and Mr. Kondrick have discussed continuing his variance request for 90 days, which would be about Feb. 1, 1986, with the understanding that Mr.. Kondrick will notify the City two weeks before he wants it on the agenda so Staff can readvertise. He stated he had asked Mr.Kondrick to write the City a letter regarding this discussion, and he had hoped it would arrive in time for this Commission meeting. He has not vet received the letter, but he would recommend the Commission continue this variance request until Feb. 1, 1986, unless notified before that time by the petitioner. MOTION BY MR. BETZOLD, SECONDED BY MS. GEROU, TO REMOVE THIS ITEM FROM THE TABLE AND TO CONTINUE IT UNTIL FEB. 1, 1986, UNLESS THE PETITIONER REQUESTS CONSIDERATION BEFORE THAT - TIME. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON GABEL DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Item #1, October 29, 1985 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT 280 Stonybrook Way A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT: Section 205.07.3D.2a, requires a side yard of ten (10) feet between any living area and side property lines. Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain a minimum of 20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and 15 feet between garages and living areas in adjacent structures to reduce exposure to conflagration of fire. It is also to allow for aesthetically pleasing open areas around residential structures. B. STATED HARDSHIP: "To be free of mosquitos with an attractive screened porch." C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW: This area is now occupied by a wood deck and is enclosed inside an existing fence. The south wall of the porch must be one hour fire rated if it is closer than 3 feet from the property line, or a written, recordable 5 foot easement must be obtained from the property owner to the south which would restrict any construction on his property within 6 feet of this improvement. CI►YOF FRIDLEY CIVIC CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 55432 . PHONE (612) 571-3450 October 31, 1985 David Kondrick 280 Stonybrook Way N. E. Fridley, M 55 632 Dear 14r. Kondriek: This letter is to inform you that your variance request has been continued for 90 days which will bring you to February 1, 1986. It has been brought to my attention that you may be purchasing some I and from your neighbor. If that is true, I'd like to make you aware of the fact that you will need a lot split approved by the Planning Commission and the City Council. The lot split must be approved before or in conjunction with the variance. Enclosed is a lot split application for your use if you do decide to purchase property from your neighbor. The City Code requires that Public Hearing notices for variance requests be sent to all residents within 200 feet of your property 10 days prior to the scheduled Appeals meeting date. Therefore, please notify the City three weeks before you would like your request presented before the Appeals Commission so that proper renotification may be made to your neighbors. If you have any questions, please contact me at the Fridley Civic Center, 571® 3450. Sincerely, Darrel Clark Cheif Building Official DC/sk Enclosure C-IIr_-304