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CITYOF
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FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
CITY COUNCIL
ACTION TAKEN NOTICE
Robert Amborn
405 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Mr. Amborn:
July 2, 1991
On July 1, 1991, the Fridley City Council officially approved your request
for a variance, VAR #91-12, to reduce the required front yard setback from
35 feet to 14 feet and to increase the maximum square footage of an accessory
building from 1,000 square feet to 1,270 square feet, to allow an addition
to an existing garage, on Lot 2, Block 4, City View Addition, the same being
405 - 57th Place N.E. with the following stipulations:
1. The petitioner shall provide a hard surface driveway to the proposed
addition by September 1, 1992.
2. The petitioner shall sign and record against the property an agreement
with the City which will allow him access to the property in perpetuity
and which releases the city from liability or incurring any costs should
the improvements be disturbed due to maintenance of utilities within the
right-of-way.
The agreement referred to in stipulation #2 must be signed prior to issuance
of the building permit. We will be forwarding the agreement to you as soon
as possible.
If you have any questions regarding the above action, please call the
Planning Department at 571-3450.
Si erely,
Oa drakra�. a c
Community Development Director
BD/ls
Please review the above, sign the statement below and return one copy to the
City of Fridley Planning Department by July 16, 1991.
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Concur with action taken
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Community Development Department
G DIVISION
City of Fridley
DATE: June 27, 1991
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TO: William Burns, City Manager A k
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant
SUBJECT: Variance, VAR #91-12, by Robert Amborn of 405 -
57th Place N.E.
The City Council tabled the request at its June 17, 1991 meeting.
Although we have been unable to reach the petitioner, we have
concluded that the proposed structure will meet the 14 foot height
maximum (see attached staff report). Should the City Council
approve the variance, the following two stipulations are
recommended:
1. The petitioner shall provide a hard surface driveway to the
proposed addition by September 1, 1992.
2. The petitioner shall sign and record against the property an
agreement with the City which will allow him access to the
property in perpetuity and which releases the City from
liability or incurring any costs should the improvements be
disturbed due to maintenance of utilities within the right-
of-way.
MM/dn
M-91-462
Community Development Department
PLANNING DIVISION
City of Fridley
DATE: June 13, 1991
TO: William Burns, City Manager
Jim Hill, Acting City Manager
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant
SUBJECT: Variance, VAR #91-12, by Robert Amborn of 405 -
57th Place N.E.
Attached please find the above -referenced staff report. The
Appeals Commission voted unanimously to recommend denial of the
request to the City Council. Staff recommends that the City
Council concur with the Appeals Commission action.
MM/dn
M-91-410
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 1, 1991 PAGE 5
increment that create districts after May 1, 1990. He state that
the penalty is based on the type of district established, d the
district that has the least penalty is a redevelopment strict.
He stated that by committing to seven years, it makes t penalty
the least amount and accomplishes what needs to be don .
Mr. Harris stated that he feels this proposal is f sible and is
probably not "pie in the sky" like some of the othe proposals that
have come before Council over the last fifteen y ars. He stated
that he has a problem, however, with creat g too many tax
increment financing districts. He stated that a understands the
taxes will be frozen on these parcels at th present value and,
consequently, the taxing districts such as a schools and County
will not be getting the benefit of the i crease in taxes. He
stated that when additional funding is nee ed it comes back to the
parcels that are not in. the increment d tricts and they have to
carry this load.
Mayor Nee stated that he felt Counci was in agreement; however,
the Cub Foods site has been ther for ten years and is not
generating additional taxes because it is deteriorating.
Mr. Harris felt that, in this part cular case, there should be some
assistance with tax increment fi ancing. He stated that, however,
some of the other districts sh uld not have been created, and he
cited the Lake Pointe site an example. He felt that some
guidelines should be estab ished regarding creation of tax
increment financing distric .
Ms. Dacy stated that both arcels proposed for this tax increment
financing district have b en devaluing over the last several years.
She stated that b/rement
ing this district it would maintain the
same amount of tas to the schools and County. She stated
that the HRA has y of turning back school district monies
collected from thendums during the tax increment years. She
stated that the Halso instituted a fee for staff's review
of proposed tax idistricts and a series of policies are
being evaluated.
Councilwoman Jgenson questioned the potential loss of local
government aid
Mr. Casserly stated that the actual amount for the Cub Foods site
with a sevep year program would be about $1,200.
Mr. Burns/stated that the total amount, if the district ran for
25 years, would be $257,995.
Mr. C sserly stated that the agreements are designed is to make
sure he project does not proceed unless there is compensation for
the oss of local government aids. He stated that as a practical
poi t, the City would be breaking even or doing slightly better.
He stated that if redevelopment occurs on the parcels to, he north
the City does not lose anything. /
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the district was ecertified in
seven years if there would be a penalty in th loss of local
government aid to the City.
Mr. Casserly stated that about $1,200 or $1, 00 could be lost but
it would be recovered from the administr tive expenses of the
district.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that t would be in the best
interests of the City to remove th tax increment district as
quickly as possible.
Mr. Casserly stated that in term�of dealing with local government
aid, that is true.
Councilwoman J/eclared
ask if this project would qualify for
industrial deverev nue bonds.
Mr. Casserly t it would not qualify, as industrial
development revs are limited to manufacturing.
MOTION by CouBillings to close the public hearing.
Seconded by CoSchneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee the motion carried unanimously and the
public hearingt 8:35 p.m.
2.
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OTI by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the reading and adopt
r Hance No. 973 on the second reading and order publication.
onded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
e, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #91-12, BY ROBERT AMBORN TO REDUCE THE
REQUIRED FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 14 FEET AND TO
INCREASE THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING
FROM 1,000 SQUARE FEET TO 1,270 SQUARE FEET, ON LOT 2,
BLOCK 4, CITY VIEW ADDITION. GENERALLY LOCATED AT
405 57TH PLACE N.E. (TABLED 6/17/91):
Mayor Nee removed this item from the table.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this is a
request for two variances, one to reduce the front yard setback
from 35 to 14 feet and the other to increase the maximum square
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 1, 1991 PAGE -Z
footage of an accessory building from 1,000 to 1,270 square feet.
She stated that the issue discussed at the last meeting was the
height of the garage. She stated that she has spoken with the
petitioner and, based on the calculations, the garage will meet the
building height as defined in the Zoning code.
Ms. Dacy stated that the Appeals Commission recommended denial of
the variances, and staff recommends two stipulations if Council
chooses to grant the variances.
Mr. Amborn, the petitioner, felt that this option was the best
solution and that the appearance would be good for the
neighborhood.
Councilman Billings asked Mr. Amborn if he discussed the garage
height requirements with City staff.
Mr. Amborn stated that he has discussed these requirements and is
comfortable with them.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to grant Variance Request,
VAR #91-12, with the following stipulations: (1) the petitioner
shall provide a hard surface driveway to the proposed addition by
September 1, 1992; and (2) the petitioner shall sign and record
against the property an agreement with the City which will allow
him access to the property in perpetuity and which releases the
City from liability or incurring any costs should the improvements
be disturbed due to maintenance of utilities within the right-
of-way. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote,
Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick, Councilman Schneider
and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Jorgenson
voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
by a 4 to 1 vote.
4.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director stated that the purpose
of this special use permit is to allow onstruction of a new Rapid
Oil facility at University and 57th enues. She stated that this
issue has been held over since 1 9 and, at that time, the City
requested additional informatio regarding the soil contamination
on the property.
Ms. Dacy stated that Ash,,Idnd Oil has prepared a remediation plan
which was approved by a Pollution Control Agency. She stated
that since 1989 then are a number of issues that have risen. She
stated that the Ci passed a new landscaping ordinance, and it is
proposed that a ipulation be added to require the developer to
submit a lands ping plan in conformance with the ordinance. She
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 1, 1991 PAGE 8
stated that the petitioner has received preliminary approval from
the Pollution Control Agency; however, the City would/like a site
plan as to where those activities would occur on the operty prior
to the issuance of a building permit.
Ms. Dacy stated that the City has been c/isv
how this parcel
would fit in with the overall redevelophis corner. She
stated that the plan under consideratioing a portion of
the frontage road, realigning it to a mosouth fashion and
then to 57-1/2 Avenue and proceedingShe stated that
Mr. Lemley from Ashland Oil was asked ifn of the frontage
road was vacated if they could use onerom 57th Avenue.
She stated Mr. Lemley felt that this wousfactory if there
was an adequate turning radius.
Ms. Dacy stated that at the last HRA eeting there was discussion
as to whether the HRA would acquire this site, but a motion was
made not to proceed with condemnati n action on this property.
Ms. Dacy stated that staff recommds approval of this special use
permit with one added stipulat' n, making a total of five, and
revising stipulation No. 4. S e stated that if the special use
permit is approved it would be ubject to the rezoning which would
include Lot 4 of this particu ar block.
Mr. Jerry Brill, attorney f r Ashland Oil, stated that he felt the
additional stipulations w e agreeable to Ashland Oil. He stated
also that the special us permit should apply for Lots 1 through
4, rather than Lots 1 ough 3.
MOTION by Councilma Billings to grant Special Use Permit,
SP #89-12, with the following stipulations: (1) a grading and
drainage plan shall be submitted and approved by the Engineering
staff prior to iss ance of a building permit; (2) the petitioner
shall com/ne1, 2, and 3 with Lot 4 into one tax parcel; (3)
approval special use permit shall be contingent upon
approval zoning application of Lot 4 (ZOA #89-04); (4) the
petitioneubmit a site plan indicating the location of the
remediatient prior to the issuance of the building permit;
and (5) aping plan in comformance with the landscaping
ordinancee submitted and approved by the Planning staff
prior to of the building permit. Seconded by Councilman
Fitzpatri
Council an Billings clarified that this application for the special
use permit covered Lots 1 through 4, rather than Lots 1 through 3.
Ms. D cv stated that was correct.
A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, avoting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
4. ORDINANCE NO. 972 RECODIFYING FRIDLEY CITY CODE
CHAPTER 205 ENTITLED "ZONING" BY AMENDING SECTION 205.04 Y
DDING NEW SECTION 205.04.09 "ABOVE GROUND FUEL/STORAGE AGFS
TANKS"
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the eading and adopt
Ordinance No. 972 on the second reading and order publication.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried animously.
NEW BUSINESS:
5.
OF THE CITY CODE:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to
ordinance on first reading,
petitioners, Timothy and Donne -
surface driveway by August 1 „
Jorgenson.
Mayor Nee stated that he
provided.
`eve the reading and approve the
h the stipulation that the
Miller, shall provide a hard
92. Seconded by Councilwoman
like to see a walkway easement
MOTION by Councilman Bil ngs to add the following paragraph to
this ordinance, between paragraphs one and two, to read as follows:
"Subject to an easement or walkway purposes over the northerly 10
feet of the southerly 0 feet of the portion of Dover Street to be
vacated." Seconded b Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayo Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
UPON A VOICE VOTE/ TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
6.
1991:
A. VARIANCK REQUEST. VAR #91-
MOTION/by Councilman Fitzpatrick to concur with the recommendation
of th Appeals Commission and grant Variance Request, VAR #91-10.
Seco ded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 17, 1991 PAGE 8
B. VARIANCE REQUEST VAR #91-12 BY ROBERT AMBORN TO REDUCE THE
REQUIRED FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 14 FEET AND TO
INCREASE THE MAXIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING
FROM 1.000 TO 1,270 SQUARE FEET, ON LOT 2. BLOCK 4. CITY VIEW
ADDITION, THE SAME BEING 405 - 57TH PLACE N.E.:
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this variance
was requested in order to allow the petitioner to construct
additional garage space to park his recreational vehicle on a hard
surface to meet City Code requirements. She stated that the
petitioner currently is storing his large recreational vehicle
outside, that he was required to store this vehicle on a hard
surface driveway, and that he has chosen to enclose it by
constructing additional garage space.
Ms. Dacy stated that two variances are necessary as double frontage
lots have to meet a 35 foot setback from both the rear and front
right-of-way and that a variance is also needed to increase the
size of an accessory building. She stated that the Appeals
Commission recommended denial of the variances as they felt the
garage was too large and that the issue of the size of an accessory
building should be reviewed.
Ms. Dacy stated that another alternative is to vacate the right-
of-way to the west of the property; however, the petitioner is
concerned with the location of the gas main and whether he would
have adequate area to expand. She stated that if Council approves
the variances, staff is recommending a hard surface driveway to the
proposed addition by September 1, 1992, for the petitioner to sign
and record an agreement against the property which would allow him
access to the property in perpetuity, and which releases the City
from liability or incurring any costs should the improvements be
disturbed due to maintenance of utilities within the right-of-way.
Ms. Dacy stated that one other alternative is a curb cut from
57-1/2 Avenue, but this is not ideal since there is a steep hill
there.
Mr. Amborn, the petitioner, stated that the purpose of constructing
the garage was to meet the City Code requirements and to also
correct the water problems in the back of his garage. He stated
that by expanding into the right-of-way it would interfere with
the gas main or be very close to it. He stated that the garage
would be on the side and not in view from either street which
enhances the looks from both north and south. Mr. Amborn stated
that the garage is a little high to accommodate the recreational
vehicle, however, it would be into the hillside by 3-1/2 feet and
provide a standard view from the north side.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked Mr. Amborn if he considered having a
double garage in front of the single garage and using the current
driveway access.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 17, 1991 PAGE 9
Mr. Amborn stated that he has a patio at this location and has a
drainage problem.
Ms. Dacy stated that there is a limit on the height of the garage
which she believed was fourteen feet.
Councilman Billings stated that the petitioner's proposal of
expanding on the south side takes advantage of the four foot change
in elevation of the property so from the north property line, the
actual visible structure that would be seen is about ten feet high.
On the south side, it is further back on the property.
Mr. Amborn stated that the adjacent properties are a lot higher
than fourteen feet. He stated that some split level homes are at
least twenty feet in height.
Councilman Billings stated that, all things considered, he felt
this was the most logical place on the lot to construct the garage.
He stated that a smaller structure could be constructed, but this
would not allow him to store the recreational vehicle inside.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated she is concerned that if the street
easement is vacated would Mr. Amborn have the necessary turning
radius.
Councilman Billings stated that he would prefer to table this item
to July 1, 1991 and have staff review the height issue.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table this item to July 1, 1991.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
C.
57 - 81ST AVENUE N.E.:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to concu ith the recommendation of
the Appeals Commission and grant Var'nce Request, VAR #91-13, with
the stipulation that the subdivis' n process to split a portion of
the parcel for Crouse Cartage C pany shall be completed within two
years; and if not, the signa shall be reduced to 80 square feet.
Seconded by Councilwoman rgenson.
Mayor Nee felt that would not be in the City's best interests
to split this propqXty and that the parcel should probably be kept
in tact.
Councilman lings stated that if the parcel was not split in two
years, AITVwould be required to reduce the size of their sign. He
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 17, 1991 PAGE 10
stated that he would be comfortable with authorizing the variance
for a two-year period.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this i$/ an
unusual situation because what once was a one -owner building now
becoming a multi -tenant building. She stated that because.ANR is
reducing their facility they may lease more docks tO other
businesses.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the above motion;,by deleting
the stipulation and substituting the following stipulation: "This
variance shall apply until July 1, 1993 and, at such time, the
variance shall be reviewed by the City Council and if not renewed,
shall expire." Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, touncilman Billings,
Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted
in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider voted against the
motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 4 to 1 vote.
7.
RESERVOIR REPAIR PROJECT NO. 200:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize Change Order No. 1 with
Western Waterproofing, Inc. forPh se II of the 3 MG Concrete
Reservoir Repair Project No. 200 for a deduction of $225.40.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatric Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the mots n carried unanimously.
8. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD/CONTRACT FOR COMPUTER HARDWARE,
SOFTWARE AND SERVICES:'
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the following bids for
Computer Hardware/Software:
Company ," Total Bid
Computoservice, Inc. $224,623
Infocel $248,124
Modern Computer/Systems $252,313
Business Recokds Corporation $264,580
Therefore stems, Inc. $278,602
Wang Lab ratories, Inc. $314,609
Systeipfi Consultants, Inc. $354,660
STAFF REPORT
APPEALS DATE May 28, 1991
CITYOF PLANNING COMMISSION DATE
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL DATEjune 17, 1991; July 1, 1991 AUTHOR MIS
REQUEST
PERMIT NUMBER
APPLICANT
PROPOSED REQUEST
LOCATION 405 - 57th Place
SITE DATA
SIZE
DENSITY
PRESENT ZONING
ADJACENT LAND USES
& ZONING
UTILITIES
PARK DEDICATION
ANALYSIS
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
CONFORMANCE TO
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
COMPATIBILITY WITH
ADJACENT USES & ZONING
ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATIONS
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
APPEALS RECOMMENDATION
PLANNING COMMISSION
RECOMMENDATION
VAR #91-12
To reduce the required front yard setback frcan 35 ft. to
14 ft. & increase the maxin mt square footage of an
accessory building frcan 1,000 sq. ft. to 1,270 sq. ft.
11,240 sq. ft. Lot coverage: 16.30
R-3, General Multiple Dwelling
R-3, General Multiple Dwelling to the N, S, W, & E
Denial
Denial
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VAR #91-12
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Staff Report
VAR #91-12, 405 - 57th Place N.E.
Page 2
A. STATED HARDSHIP:
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City is requiring the petitioner to store his camper on a hard
surface driveway (see attached letters dated December 7, 1990,
and February 15, 1991). He is choosing to enclose it in a
structure.
B. ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REVIEW:
Request
The petitioner is requesting two variances: (1) to reduce the
required front yard setback from 35 feet to 14 feet; and (2)
to increase the maximum square footage of an accessory
building from 1,000 sq. ft. to 1,270 sq. ft. The petitioner
is proposing to construct additional garage space in order to
meet the City Code requirements to park his recreational
vehicle on a hard surface. The petitioner is choosing to
store his recreational vehicle in a structure. In addition,
the petitioner has indicated that his existing garage suffers
water inundation in the spring from runoff from the slope of
the rear yard and from the garage roof. The request is for
Lots 1 and 2, Block 4, City View Addition, the same being 405
- 57th Place.
Site
Located on the property is a
single family dwelling unit.
General Multiple Family, and
Multiple Family, on all sides.
Analysis
detached two -car garage and a
The property is zoned R-3,
is surrounded by R-3, General
Section 205.07.03.D.(1) requires a front yard depth of not
less than 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" encroachment into the neighbor's front yard.
The Code requires that all vehicles be parked on a hard
surface. The petitioner is choosing to construct additional
garage space to the rear of his existing garage. To meet the
Code requirement, all that is required is to pave an
additional parking area to the west of his existing
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Staff Report
VAR #91-12, 405 - 57th Place N.E.
Page 3
driveway. The property located to the west of the subject
property is a 33 foot right-of-way dedicated to the City when
the property was platted in 1887. A gas main is located
within the right-of-way. The petitioner is proposing to
request an access easement from the City in order to access
the garage addition.
The petitioner has three options which would allow him to meet
the Code requirement:
1. Provide a paved parking area for the recreational vehicle
adjacent to his existing driveway.
2. Expand his existing garage to within 5 feet of the west
lot line and to expand the garage toward 57th Place.
3. Vacate the public right-of-way which would provide an
additional 16 1/2 feet of property for the petitioner;
however, the petitioner is concerned with the location
of the gas main and whether he would have adequate area
to expand to the west.
While the petitioner has several alternatives which would
allow him to meet the Code without requiring a variance, the
petitioner's lot is unique in that it is double fronted and
that there are no houses which front 57 1/2 Avenue to the
north. However, the petitioner would not meet the minimum
rear yard setback of 25 feet for a standard interior lot
with the proposed addition.
Section 205.07.0l.B.(4).(a) requires a garage to not exceed
100% of the first floor area of the dwelling unit or a maximum
of 1,000 square feet.
Public purpose served by this requirement is to maintain
residential quality of a neighborhood by limiting the size of
accessory structures.
The proposed addition will not adversely impact the lot
coverage, increasing it from 16.3% to 22.6%. However, the
petitioner could reduce the size of the addition by 270 sq.
ft., which would reduce the size of the addition to 13 ft. by
33 ft., more than adequate to park a recreational vehicle.
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Staff Report
VAR #91-12, 405 - 57th Place N.E.
Page 4
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Appeals Commission deny the variance
request to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet to 14
feet and to increase the maximum square footage of an
accessory building from 1,000 sq. ft. to 1,270 sq. ft. as the
petitioner has other alternatives which would allow him to
meet the Code. However, if the Commission chooses to approve
the variance request, staff recommends the following
stipulations:
1. The petitioner shall provide a hard surface driveway to
the proposed addition by September 1, 1992.
2. The petitioner shall sign and record against the property
an agreement with the City which will allow him access
to the property in perpetuity and which releases the City
from liability or incurring any costs should the
improvements be disturbed due to maintenance of utilities
within the right-of-way.
Appeals Commission Action
The Appeals Commission voted unanimously to recommend to City
Council denial of the request.
City Council Recommendation
Staff recommends the City Council concur with the Appeals
Commission recommendation.
Staff Update
Staff was unable to contact the petitioner to determine the
proposed height of the accessory structure. By using the
hypothesis that a ten foot high door would accommodate the RV,
staff was able to calculate the height of the structure.
Adding 1.5 feet for the header, and 2.5 feet as the average
height of a 5/12 hip roof, the height of the structure is 14
feet. It should be noted, however, that the height of the
structure from the ridge of the roof to the garage floor will
be 16.5 feet (see Section 205.03.11 of the zoning code for the
definition of building height).
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CITYOF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
December 7, 1990
Robert and Kathleen Amborn
405 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
RE: Property at 405 - 57th Place N.E.
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Amborn:
On July 1, 1990, the City of Fridley began a new program called
Systematic Code Enforcement. This program is designed to provide
fair and equitable code enforcement, improve the City's appearance,
and maintain property values by creating a more attractive suburban
environment. Under this program, all properties in the City will
be inspected approximately once each year to ensure that they are
in compliance with the Fridley City Code.
A recent inspection of your property revealed that not all Code
requirements are presently being met. Listed below is an item
which does not comply with the Code:
1. Fridley City Code requires that all vehicles must be currently
licensed/street operable and kept on a hard sureface parking
area, or stored in an enclosed structure. Observed two
vehicles (RV38002 and RV25727) parked off hard surface
driveway along west side of garage.
Your prompt attention in correcting this problem would help us in
our effort to improve the City. A` reinspection will be conducted
on or about December 27, 1990, at which time compliance is
anticipated. Please call me at 572-3595 if you have questions or
wish to discuss this further. Thanks for your cooperations
Sincerely,
Steven Barg
Code Enforcement Officer
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CITYOF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (612) 571-3450 • FAX (612) 571-1287
February 15, 1991
Robert and Kathleen Amborn
405 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
RE: Extension of Time to Comply with Fridley City Code
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Amborn:
Recently, I sent you a letter concerning the parking of one or more
vehicles on your property in a manner not in compliance with the
Fridley City Code. Upon speaking with you, I learned that you
wished to comply, but you required additional time to make the
necessary arrangements. Based on this information, I granted you
an extension of one year to fully comply with the City's parking
requirement.
This letter is to confirm that you have until December 31, 1991,
to take the steps needed to comply with the Fridley City Code.
This may be accomplished by creating additional paved parking
and/or making other arrangements, such that all vehicles on your
property are kept in your existing driveway, on an adjacent paved
area, or in an enclosed structure. (Please be advised that the
time extension only applies to vehicles which are currently
licensed and street operable.)
Feel free to call me at 572-3595 if you have questions or wish to
discuss this matter further. Thanks for your cooperation!
Sincerely,
Steven Barg
Code Enforcement Officer
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• 205.07.06.
January 1, 1983 shall have a basement except if located in a
flood plain area.
S. PARKIM RDQUIRIIMS PARKING
MUIREMENTS
A. General Provisions.
(1) A minimum of two (2) off-street parking stalls shall be.
provided for each dwelling unit.
(2) The required parking stalls shall not be located in any _
portion of the required front yard except -on a driveway or
hardsurfaced parking spade approved by the City.
(3) All driveways and parking stalls shall be set back
three (3) feet from any property line except as agreed to in
writing by adjacent property owners and filed with the City.
B. Garage Requirements.
(1) All lots having a minimum lot area of 9,000 square feet
or resulting from a lot split shall have a double garage.
(2) All lots having a lot area less than 9,.000 square feet
and greater than 7,500 square feet shall -have a single
garage.
(3) The above requirements shall satisfy the off-street
parking stall requirement.
6. pERF0WIAME SMKDARM PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS
A. Parking Requirements.
(1) Existing Facilities:
(a) At least one (1) off-street parking stall shall be
provided for each dwelling unit.
(b) The required parking stall shall not be located in
any portion of the required front yard, except on a
driveway or hardsurfaced parking space approved by the
City, and set back a minimum of three (3) feet from the
side property line, except as agreed to by adjacent
property owners.
(c) A garage shall satisfy the off-street parking
stall requirement.
(2) All driveways and parking stalls shall be surfaced with
blacktop, concrete or other hard surface material approved
by the City.
B. Exterior Storage.
(1) Nothing shall be stored in the required front yard.
(2) All materials shall be kept in a building or shall be
fully screened, so as not to be visible from any public
right of way except for stacked firewood, boats, and
trailers placed in the side yard.
(3) The City shall require a Special Use Permit for any
205.R1-6
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CI'T'Y OF FRIDLEY •
6431 MaVERSITY AVENGE %T.E.
FRMNZY,r M 55432 CMIMmity Develop Mt Deparbamt
(612) 571-3450
PRoPmay IIagam IaN - site plan required for submittals; see attached
Address: ;5 i 42 U E.
Legal description:
Lot Block Tract/Addition tle- i
Current zoning:
Reason for variance and hardship:
of City
l Code:
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(Contract Purchasers: Fee owners must sign this form prior to processing)
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SIG3Q,'IM DATE
Fee: $100.00
$ 60.00 x for residential properties
Permit VAR #��II6 H';,) Receipt # </0 /V3
Application received by:
Scheduled Appeals C oomissicn dater IA
Scheduled City Council date: �Y
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CITY OF PRIDLSY PLAN RLVIEII CHECILIBT
Applicants for vacations must submit the legal description of the
B. Site
Plan:
parcel (easement, street, etc.) to be vacated.
Complete site plans, signed by a registered architect, civil
1.
Property line dimensions, location of all existing and
proposed structures with distance from boundaries,
engineer, landscape architect, or other design professional, to
distance between structures, building dimensions and
include the following:
floor elevations
A. General:
1. Name
.
2.
Grading and drainage plan showing existing natural
Features (topography, wetlands, vegetation, etc.) as well
and address of project
as proposed grade elevations and sedimentation and storm
2. Legal description (certificate of survey may be required)
water retention ponds. Calculations For storm water
detention/retention areas.
3. Name, address, and telephone number of applicant,
3.
All existing and proposed points of egress/ingress
engineer, and owner of record
showing widths of property lines, turning radii abutting
rights-of-way with indicated center line, width, paving
4. Date proposed, north arrow, scale, number of sheets, name
width, existing and proposed median cuts, and inter -
of drawer
sections of streets and driveways
5. Description of intended use of site, buildings, and
4.
Vehicular circulation system showing location and
structures including type of occupancy and estimated
dimensions for all driveways, parking spaces, parking lot
occupancy load
aisles, service roads, loading areas, fire lanes,
6. Existing zoning and land use
emergency access (it necessary), public and private
streets, alleys, sidewalks, bikepaths, direction of
7. Tabulation box indicating:
traffic flow, and traffic -control devices
(i) Size of parcel in areas of aq. ft.
5.
Landscaping Plan
(ii) Gross floor area of buildings
6.
access, and screening detail of trash
enclosures
(iii) Percent of site covered by building
7.
Location and screening detail of rooftop equipment
(iv) Percent of site covered by impervious surface
e.
Building elevations from all directions
(v) Percent of site covered by area
9.
Utility plan identifying size ang
(vi) Projected number of employees
water and sewer lin, fire hydrants, distances of
hydrant to
y proposed building
(vii) Number of seats if intended use is a restaurant or
place of assembly
(viii) Number of parking spaces required
(ix) Number of parking spaces provided including
handicapped
(x) Height of all buildings and structures and number of
stories
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PUBLIC HEARING
BEFORE THE
APPEALS COMMISSION
•
Notice is hereby given that the Appeals Commission of the City of
Fridley will conduct a Public Hearing at the Fridley Municipal
Center at 6431 University Avenue N.E. on Tuesday, May 28, 1991, at
7:30 p.m. for the purpose of:
Consideration of variance request, VAR #91-12,
by Robert Amborn:
1. Per Section 205.07.01.B.(4).(a) of the
Fridley City Code, to increase the maximum
size of a garage from 1,000 square feet
to 1,270 square feet;
2. Per Section 205.07.03.D.(1) of the Fridley
City Code, to reduce the front yard
setback from 35 feet to 14 feet;
To allow the construction of an addition to an
existing garage, on Lot 2, Block 4, City View
Addition, the same being 405 - 57th Place N.E.,
Fridley, Minnesota, 55432.
Any and all persons desiring to be heard shall be given the
opportunity at the above stated time and place.
DIANE SAVAGE
CHAIRPERSON
APPEALS COMMISSION
Any questions related to this item may be referred to the Fridley
Community Development Department, 571-3450.
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Mailed: 5/17/91
Daniel O'Neill Glen Peterson
390 - 57th Place N.E. BAILING LIST 380 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, My 55432 STAR #91 12 Fridley, MN 55432
405 - 57th Place N.E.
City Council John Franke Roger Serdahl
369 - 57th.Place N.E. 409 - 57th Place N.E.
City Manager Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432
Diane Savage John Slopek Monique Emery
567 Rice Creek Terrace N.E. 5800 6th Street N.E. 451 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, MQ 55432
Robert Amborn Richard Hubbard Glen Ramsdell
405 - 57th Place N.E. 5801 - 5th Street N.E. 400 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, BAST 55432 Fridley, M 55432 Fridley, MN 55432
Alfred Engelstad Janes Olson Warren Sunderland
5820 - 5th Street N.E. 5811 - 5th Street N.E. 410 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, MN 55432
Martha Fuentes Robert De La Martre Mark Burd
5810 - 5th Street N.E. 5821 - 5th Street N.E. 420 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MV 55432
Stanley Gozel, Jr. William Toivonen I� Carl Paulson
5800 - 5th Street N.E. 359 - 57th Place N.E. 430 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, My 55432 Fridley, My 55432
somas Gabrelcik William Toivonen Carol Olsen
5801 - 4th Street N. E.7243 - 57th Place N.E.
7243 Newton Street North
Fridley, MQ 55432 Brooklyn Center, MV 55430 Fridley, MN 55432
James Lewis Resident GM tA,�� L 11 omas Larson
5810 - 6th Street N.E. 357 - 57th Place N.E. 360 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432 Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, MN 55432
Resident Resident
417 - 57th Place N.E. 435 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MV 55432 Fridley, MN 55432
APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, MAY 28. 1991 __PAGE 4
willing to recommend app oval of the variance request with the
stipulation recommended by staff, because he is concerned
about site lines.
Ms. Savage stated it seem the property it would affect the
most is the gas station ac ss from the property. The public
purpose of the section o the Code is to maintain the
attractability of re'sidenti 1 areas. She did not see how the
fence and berm could be detr mental to the property; in fact,
they would be an attractive addition to the property. She
would also recommend approval of the variance.
Ms. Beaulieu agreed.
MOTION by Mr. Kuechle, seconded"
to City Council approval of var
Michael Klismith, per Section 2
City Code, to increase the heic
7 feet in the front yard (4 fc
berm), on Lots 7, 8, 9, 10, Blc
same being 7905 East River
stipulation:
Ms. Beaulieu, to recommend
nce request, VAR #91-10, by
.04.06.A.(7) of the Fridley
of a fence from 4 feet to
fence on top of a 3 foot
3, Spring Brook Park, the
t ad, with the following
1. The fence and vegetation
the public right-of-way.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE,
THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC
Ms. McPherson stated this item will go
17, 1991.
1 not be located within
:SON SAVAGE DECLARED
CLOSED AT 7:50 P.M.
City Council on June
2. CONS-IPMTION OF VARIANCE REQUEST. VAR #91-12, BY ROBERT
,AMBORN•
(1) Per Section 205.07.01.B. (4) . (a) of the Fridley City Code,
to increase the maximum size of a garage from 1,000
square feet to 1,270 square feet;
(2) Per Section 205.07.03.D.(1) of the Fridley City Code, to
reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet to 14 feet;
To allow the construction of an addition to an existing
garage, on Lot 2, Block 4, City View Addition, the same being
405 - 57th Place N.E.
NOTION by Ms. Beaulieu, seconded by Mr. Kuechle, to open the
public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED
THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 7:53 P.M.
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APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, MAY 28, 1991 PAGE 5
Ms. McPherson stated the property is zoned R-2. The
petitioner has two variance requests. One is to reduce the
required front yard setback from 35 feet to 14 feet, and the
second is to increase the maximum square footage of an
accessory building from 1,000 sq. ft. to 1,270 sq. ft.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner's request is in response
to a letter from the City's Code Enforcement Officer regarding
the City Code requirement to park all vehicles on some type
of hard surface. In this instance, the vehicle in violation
is a recreational vehicle (RV). The petitioner is choosing
to add on to his existing garage in order to provide storage
space for the RV and also to try to correct a water problem
with his existing garage because of the slope of his property.
Ms. McPherson stated that currently located on the property
is a detached double car garage and a single family dwelling
unit. Because the City has notified the petitioner that his
RV should be parked on a hard surface driveway, he is
proposing an addition to the rear of his existing garage.
Located to the west of the property is a 33 foot public right-
of-way dedicated to the City in 1887 when the area was
platted. A gas main is located somewhere within this right-
of-way. The petitioner has seen the gas company excavate this
main and is relatively sure that it is close to his property
line.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner has three other
alternatives to meet the Code requirement without needing
variances:
1. To provide a paved parking area for the RV adjacent
to the existing driveway.
2. To expand his existing garage to within 5 feet of
the wets lot line and to expand the garage toward
57th Place.
3. To vacate the public right-of-way which would
provide an additional 16 1/2 feet of property for
the petitioner; however, the petitioner is concerned
with the location of the gas main and whether he
would have adequate area to expand to the west. The
location of the gas main would determine exactly how
much additional room the petitioner would have to
expand the garage if the vacation was approved.
Ms. McPherson stated that while the petitioner does have these
alternatives, the petitioner's lot is unique in the fact that
it is double -fronted and that none of the houses on 57th Place
actually front 57 1/2 Avenue to the north. There are several
existing outbuildings on the adjacent properties that fall
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APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, MAY 28, 1991 PAGE 6
within that 35 feet setback; however, in reviewing the
adjacent building files, she did not find any prior variances
granted.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner's request would not meet
the rear yard setback of 25 feet for a standard interior lot
with the proposed addition. He would have to shorten the
addition by approximately 11 feet to meet the interior lot
requirement.
Ms. McPherson stated the second variance request is to
increase the maximum square footage from 1,000 sq. ft. to
1,270 sq. ft. The proposed addition would not adversely
impact the lot coverage. The lot coverage would be increased
by approximately 6.3%; however, he would be well within the
25% lot coverage allowed by Code. The petitioner could reduce
the size of the proposed addition by 270 sq. ft., which would
reduce the size of the addition to 13 ft. x 33 ft.
Ms. McPherson stated that staff recommends the Appeals
Commission recommend denial of both variance requests as the
petitioner has other alternatives that would allow him to meet
the Code. However, if the Appeals Commission chooses to
recommend approval, staff recommends the following
stipulations:
1. The petitioner shall provide a hard surface driveway
to the proposed addition by September 1, 1992.
2. The petitioner shall sign and record against the
property an agreement with the City which will allow
him access to the property in perpetuity and which
releases the City from liability or incurring any
costs should the improvements be disturbed due to
maintenance of utilities within the right-of-way.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner would request an access
easement from the City to access the west side of the proposed
addition to allow him to park the RV and any other vehicles
in the addition.
Mr. Amborn stated this request is to meet the City's code
requirement for parking vehicles on a hard surface driveway.
He stated that as long as he would be putting in a concrete
slab to provide this parking, he decided to try to solve his
water problem at the same time. The original house and garage
were destroyed in the 1965 tornado, and he purchased the
property after that. The original garage slab was enlarged
and the existing garage was built; consequently, there isa
slope in the back of the lot that was never changed. During
heavy rains and spring run-off, he does have water problems.
So, the water problem and adding on to the garage for RV and
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APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING. MAY 28, 1991 PAGE 7
boat storage are the reasons for the size of this garage
addition.
Mr. Amborn stated the addition to the back of the garage would
be more aesthetic because it would not be very noticeable from
the front of the property on 57th Place. There is an 8 foot
grade difference between 57th Place and 57 1/2 Avenue. He
will need a 20 foot door to accommodate the RV, but the door
will be on the side facing the garage to the west, 417 - 57th
Place. (He stated the garage to the west of his property is
at least 20 feet high at the peak.) Putting the garage door
on the front would make a roof line that would be very
difficult to match in with the existing garage. He stated
that there is a gas main about 12-14 feet from the existing
garage, and he is requesting an easement from the City in
order to access the garage addition. If he had to add on to
the west side of the garage, it would be too close to the gas
main, which has to been dug up in the past.
Mr. Amborn stated the variance from the back is called the
front yard setback, but in reality it is the rear of all the
houses that are facing 57th Place. As far as aesthetics, the
view or site line won't encroach into any of the neighbors'
site lines on either side of him.
Ms. McPherson stated that Section 205.07.03.D.(4). Double
Frontage, (b), states: "The setback for garages and accessory
buildings in the rear yard shall be the same as for a front
yard." This should help clarify the front yard versus rear
yard issue.
Mr. Amborn stated the reason for his variance request is to
meet the code to provide storage for his RV and boat and to
solve his water problem. He thought this proposal would give
the best look to the property. As far as the hard surface
driveway going over onto a gas main on a City easement, he did
not think he should be required to provide a hard surface
driveway over a gas main that has been dug up in the past.
He has an existing semi -hard limestone drive for the storage
area for his RV. This driveway is used only several times a
year.
Mr. Amborn stated the existing garage is 576 square feet, so
it is an increase from the maximum allowed of 1,000 square
feet to 1,270 square feet.
Ms. Savage asked how long the hard surface vehicle parking
requirement has been in effect.
Ms. McPherson stated she believed it has been a requirement
for a very long time.
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APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING. MAY 28, 1991 PAGE 8
Mr. Amborn stated he thought that at one time, RV's were
exempt from the hard surface parking requirement.
Ms. Savage asked why Mr. Amborn wanted to keep his RV in the
garage rather than just on a hard surface parking area.
Mr. Amborn stated that RV's are very expensive, and when they
are parked outside in the weather, they are subject to leaking
and overall deterioration. The same is true for the boat.
NOTION by Mr. Kuechle, seconded by Ms. Beaulieu, to close the
public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED
THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Kuechle stated there are some unique things about this lot
that are different from other lots and the fact that it is a
double frontage lot. He is generally against building garages
this large, because almost every homeowner in Fridley can use
a larger garage. The Code should either be changed to allow
larger garages, or the Code should be enforced unless there
are special exceptions. He realized the Council has granted
variances for larger. garages in the past, but he would
recommend to the Council denial of this variance.
Ms. Beaulieu stated that if this vehicle has been stored
outside all this time, she did not see a special hardship for
enclosing it now. The petitioner should just put down the
hard surface to meet code. She also would recommend denial
of the variance.
Ms. Savage stated she has difficulty seeing a hardship in
conforming to the Code. She agreed that the property is
somewhat unique, and it does not appear that the proposed
garage addition would have an adverse effect on the
neighborhood. However, she did not think they should set a
precedent when there are so many people in Fridley who would
like to have larger garages in which to store extra vehicles
and recreational vehicles. She agreed with Mr. Kuechle and
Ms. Beaulieu and would recommend denial of this variance.
MOTION by Ms. Beaulieu, seconded by Mr. Kuechle, to recommend
to City Council denial of variance request, VAR #91-12, by
Robert Amborn:
1. Per Section 205.07.01.B.(4).(a) of the Fridley City
Code, to increase the maximum size of a garage from
1,000 square feet to 1,270 square feet;
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APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING, MAY 28, 1991 PAGE 9
2. Per Section 205.07.03.D.(1) of the Fridley City
Code, to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet
to 14 feet;
To allow the construction of an addition to an existing
garage, on Lot 2, Block 4, City View Addition, the same being
405 - 57th Place N.E.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED
THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ms. McPherson stated this item will go to City Council on June
17, 1991.
3. CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REQUEST. VAR #91-13, BY LEONARD
VANASSE•
Per Section 214.12.02.B of the Fridley City Code, to increase
the maximum square footage of a sign from 80 square feet to
101 square feet, to allow the construction of a free- standing
pylon sign, on Lot 3, Block 1, Mar -Len Addition, the same
being 57 - 81st Avenue N.E.
MOTION by Mr. Kuechle, seconded by Ms. Beaulieu, to open the
public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED
THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 8:23 P.M.
Ms. McPherson stated the property is located at the
intersection of 81st Avenue and Main Street. It is currently
the ANR Trucking Terminal. The property is zoned M-2, Heavy
Industrial, as are the surrounding properties.
Ms. McPherson stated the petitioner is subleasing a portion
of the ANR Trucking Terminal to Crouse Cartage Company. The
petitioner is proposing to install a 21 square foot sign to
allow the public to find the Crouse Cartage Company. However,
the sign increases the maximum square footage of the sign on
the property from 80 square feet to 101 square feet. ANR
Trucking currently has an 80 square foot sign.
Ms. McPherson stated that Section 214.21.02.A -D of the Sign
Code outlines four conditions that must be met prior to the
Appeals Commission recommending approval of a sign variance:
A. That there are exceptional or extraordinary
circumstances applicable to the property or to the
intended use that do not apply generally to other
property in the same vicinity and district.
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CITY COUNCIL
ACTION TAKEN NOTICE
Robert Amborn
405 - 57th Place N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Mr. Amborn:
July 2, 1991
On July 1, 1991, the Fridley City Council officially approved your request
for a variance, VAR #91-12, to reduce the required front yard setback from
35 feet to 14 feet and to increase the maximum square footage of an accessory
building from 1,000 square feet to 1,270 square feet, to allow an addition
to an existing garage, on Lot 2, Block 4, City View Addition, the same being
405 - 57th Place N.E. with the following stipulations:
• The petitioner shallrovide a hard surface driveway to the proposed
addition by S er 1, 19
2. The petitioner shall sign and record against the property an agreement
with the City which will allow him access to the property in perpetuity
and which releases the city from liability or incurring any costs should
the improvements be disturbed due to maintenance of utilities within the
right-of-way.
The agreement referred to in stipulation #2 must be signed prior to issuance
of the building permit. We will be forwarding the agreement to you as soon
as possible.
If you have any questions regarding the above action, please call the
Planning Department at 571-3450.
Sincerely,
Barbara Dacy
Community Development Director
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Please review the above, sign the statement below and return one copy to the
6 t of Fridley Planning Department by July 16, 1991.
Concur with action taken