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CITY OF FRIDLEY
8431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E., FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 56102
TELEPHONE' ( 812)571-3450
April 3, 1981
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING i I
Notice'is hereby given that the Appeals Commission of the City of Fridley
;wi l,l; conduct a- public hearing j n ,the;, City: Council, Chambers at 64.31 Univer-
sity Avenue Northeast -at 7:30 PA on Tuesday, April 14-5- :1981,, in regard
tothe following matter:
Request for_a variance pursuant to Chapter 205
of the Fridley City Code, to reduce the side yard
setback on the.living side of a house from the
required 10 feet to 6 feet to allow a 17 ft. by
.20 ft..a.ddition on the roof of an attached 21 ft.
by 22 ft. garage, located on Lot 11, Block 2,
p Temple Terrace Second Addition, the."same being
` 556 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
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Noticq is hereby given that all persons having an interest tberein will be
---given.an opportunity to be -heard at the above time and place.
_PATRI C IA GAB EL: .
VICE- CHAI RWO14AN
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 riot agree with theCommission`s decision. If any of these events occur, the
request will continue to the City Council through the Planning Commission with
----'-'only a recommendation- froMr the Appgals Commission.
. CITY ai:i FAIIDLEY, SUBJECT C VARIANCES
641 ulvlvEsaSlTY AVE. NS.
FFRIDLEY. MN. 55432 EGIUI.571-341.0
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APPEALS COMMISSION: APPROVED DISAPPROVED DATE 7/5,// 71 NO. %
CITY COUNCIL REVIEW: REQUIRED: YES s/
CITY COUNCIL: APPROVED DISAPPROVED DATE NO.
STIPULATIONS:
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LEGAL DESCRIPTION: a��g- �
VARIANCE REQUEST(S): (Attach plat or survey of property showing building, variances,
etc., where -applicable)
List specific.hardship(s) which requires the variance(s): j
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VARIANCES FOR CITY USE ONLY
Board members notified of meeting_�y List members,'
date notified, and "Yes" or "No" for plans to attend hearing.
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Name Date To Attend
Gabel j'• '{
Plemel
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Gerou - � ,.
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Person making appej.'and ihe' following .property owners ahaaving,p pperty. within 2 0.',feet
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Whom
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M/M Gregory Olin, 541 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
M/M Arthur Martin, 549.53 1/2 Avenue N.E. '
M/M Leon Swarmer, 557 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
Mr. James Hanson, 565.53 1/2,Avenue N.E.
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M/M Michael Johnston, 573 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
/M Vernon Schuldt, 581.53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
/M Joseph Deggendorf, 580 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
orian aney, 572 53 1/2 Avenue NE.
Avenue N.E.
Ar. Arno H. Sylvester, 556 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
M Robert Ledermann, 54853 1/2 Avenue N.E.
Gary Wal en, 540 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
/M Jerome Marquis, 532 53 1/2 Avenue N.E.
/M Gary ete,rson, 649.:..�3rd Avenue N., E,..,
r. Dale Sorensen, 643 '5.3rd Aveaue.N-E. • ,.
Mrs. Clement u• roy, Jr. -,'571 -53rd Avenue" N. E.
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Qnna3d She 63rd Avenue N.E
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r.'& Mrs. Jack Tope'ff,. 561 53rd Avenue. N.E.
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Item #1, April 14, 1981
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT
556 - 5A Avenue N.E.
A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT:
Section 205.053, 4B, requires a side yard setback of not less then 10 feet
adjoining living area.
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:
"I would like to have this size room and also for the overall appearance
of the home. With this size room I believe the overall home will have a
better appearance."
C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW:
This home faces north (53-� Avenue) with -the attached 21` x 22' garage on
the east side of the structure and having a 2' (-approx.Z side yard setback.
The proposed 17' x 20' addition will be placed on the top of the garage,
even with the back of the garage, and set back 6' from the side lot line.
This existing garage was built in 1963, is constructed of blocks rather
than wood frame, and has only 4 row of blocks showing on the east side.
The adjacent dwelling to the east (564-5311 Avenue) is 24' (approx.1 from
the common lot line. This homeowner had asked for a sideyard variance
for an attached garage with living area above in 1970 but the living area
request was denied. The reason for the denial was that the structures
would be too close if Mr. Sylvester ever decided to build on top of his
existing garage. The attached garage was not built, but a detached garage
located in the rear yard was constructed.
Item #1., April 14, 1981
AD14INISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT
556 - 5A Avenue N.E.
A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT:
Section- 205.053, 4B, requires a side yard setback of not less then 10 feet
adjoining living area.
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. STATEP HARDSHIP:
"I would like to have this size room and also for the overall appearance
of the home. With this size room I believe the overall home will have a
better appearance."
C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW:
This home faces north (5331 Avenue) with the attached 21t x 22' garage on.
the east side of the structure and having a 2' (approx.I side yard setback.
The proposed 17' x 20' addition will be placed on the top of the garage,
even with the back of the garage, and set back 6' from the side lot line.
This existing garage was built in 1963, is constructed of blocks rather
than wood frame, and has only 4 row of blocks showing on the east side.
The adjacent dwelling to the east (564-5311 Avenue) is 24' (approx.1, from,
the common lot line. This homeowner had asked for a sideyard variance
for an attached garage with living area above in 1970 but the living area
request was denied. The reason for the denial was that the structures
would be too close if Mr. Sylvester ever decided to build on top of his
existing garage. The attached garage was not built, but a detached garage
located in the rear yard was constructed.
City. of :Fridley
APPEALS C!rMMISSION MEETING,- TUES. j APRIL,14, 1981 Page 1
Vice -Chairwoman Gabel called the Appeals Commission of April 14, 1981, to
,.order at 7:30.p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members Presentp'Patricia Gabel, Jean Gerou, Donald Hippen,, Alex Sarna.,
Jim Plemel
Others Present: Darrell Clark, City of Fridley
MI? APPEALS COMMISSION.•MINUTES:OF.MARCH 24, 1981:'
MOTION by Mr. Barna, seconded by Mr.'Plemel. to„approve the Appeals Commission
minutes of March.24,. 1981, as written. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE,
VICE CHAIRWOMAN GABEL DECLARED'THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. VARIANCE REQUEST pUR%= TO CH&gT ry rrry ConF M REJX F
THE SIDE YARD SETBACK ON THE `LIVING SIDE OF THE` HOUR FROM- E REQUIRED
10 P TO 6 FEET TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF 'A 17 FOOT BY 21 FOOT =1
TION'ON THE ROOF OF AN ATTACHED 21 FOOT BY 22 FOOT.GARAGE,_LOCATED ON'LOT
ll,- .BLOCK 2, TEMPLE TERRACE -:SECOND ADDITION, THE SAME BEING 556 53-1/2
AVENUE N E. (Request by_;Arno'H.S— y ester, 556 53-1/2 Avenue N.E.,
Fr c ey, MN 55421) .'
Mr. Arno R Sylvester, 556 53-1/2 Avenue N.E., was!,present
MOTION by, Mr. Barna, seconded by Mr. Plemel, to`open the public.hearing.
UPON'A VOICE'VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE CHAIRWOMAN GABEL DECLARED THE PUBLIC
HEARING OPEN.AT 7:33 P.M.
Vice -Chairwoman Gabel.read,the Staff Report:
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REPORT
556 535 Avenue> N.E.
A. PUBLIC PURPOSE SERVED BY REQUIREMENT:
'Section 205.053, 4B, requires aside yard setbac)s of not less then 10 feet
adjoiniiig living area.
se served by this rec rement.-is to maintain,.. a minimum of
Public purpo :.,
20 feet between living areas in adjacent structures and -15 feet between
games ands laving areas in adjacent structures-'to.reduce exposure to
con€lagration of fire. It is also to allow for.'Ilaesthetically p ng
open areas�°around residential structures.
13 STATED HARDSHIP-. -
"I would like to halve this size room and also for the overall ave
of.the home. .With this size room I believe the overall home will have a
better appearance.”
APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING - TUESDAY APRIL 14 1981 Page 2
C. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW:
This home faces north (53� Avenue) with the attached 211 x 22' garage on
the east side of the`structure and having a 2' (approx.1 side yard setback.
The proposed 17' x 20' addition will be placed on the top of the garage,
even with the back of the garage, and set back 6' from the side lot line.
This existing garage was built in 1963, is constructed of blocks rather
than wood frame, and has only 4 row of blocks showing on the east side.
The adjacent dwelling to the east (564-,53� Avenue) is 24' (approx.) from
the common lot line. This homeowner had asked for a sideyard variance
for an attached garage with living area above in 1970 but the living area
request was denied. The reason for the denial was that the structures
would be too close if Mr. Sylvester ever decided to build on top of his
existing garage. The attached garage was not built, but a detached garage
located in the rear yard was constructed.
Mr. Clark showed the commission a photo and aerial view of the area.
Mr. Sylvester said he would.like to build on top of this garage with a deck
running along extending out 6 feet and 8 feet in the back of the garage.
He said they will be setting the living room back 2 feet as there is a valley
and theyhave to accomodate that. He also said the deck will overhang 4 feet
onto the driveway. Vice Chairwoman Gabel asked if it was to be living room or
family and if he will have any openings on the east side. Mr. Sylvester said
it will be a living room and the existing living room will be a dining room
and the openings will be on the north and south side. He also said the deck
will be on the east side to the edge of the garage. Vice Chairwoman asked
when he would like to start. Mr. Sylvester said he would like to start in
the middle of May and that a'contractor will do the work and that he.will
probably do the finish work on the inside. Vice Chairwoman Gabel asked about
the roof lines and Mr. Barna asked if there will be patio doors on the south
side. Mr. Sylvester said the roof line will be 1-1/2 feet higher and they
will have patio doors on the south side with stairs going into the back yard.
Mr. Barna questioned the hardship and asked why he needed additional space;'
Mr. Sylvester said he is going to remarry and .will need the additional, space.
He also said he has talked to his neighbor and he has no objections. Vice
Chairwoman Gabel asked Mr. Clark.if there needed to.be a fire wall and Mr.
Clark said no. Mr. Barna noted that the change in family size is the real
hardship. MOTION by Mr. Plemel, seconded by Mr. Hippen,.t:o close the public
hearing. UPON.A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE CHAIRWOMAN GABEL DECLARED
THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:43 P.M.
MOTION by Mr'. Barna, seconded by Mr. Plemel, to approve the variance request to
reduce the side yard setback on the living side of the house from the required.
10 feet to 6 feet to allow the construction ofa 17 foot by 21 foot addition on
the roof of an attached 21 by 22 foot garage, located on Lot 11, Block 2,
Temple Terrace Second Addition, the same being 556 53-1/2 Avenue N.E., Fridley,
MN 55421. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE,. VICE CHAIRWOMAN GABEL DECLARED
THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.