VAR04-02STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF ANOKA
CITY OF FRIDLEY
In the Matter of: A Variance, VAR #04-02
Owner: David Jensen & Jennifer Jensen
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APPEALS COMMISSION
PROCEEDINGS VARIANCE
The above entitled matter came before the Appeals Commission of the City of Fridley and was heard on the
25th day of February, 2004, on a petition for a variance pursuant to the City of Fridley's Zoning Ordinance, for
the following described property:
Per Section 205.07.03.D.(2).(C)((3)) of the Fridley Zoning Code, to reduce the required side setback for
an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25 feet to 17 Y2 feet to allow the construction
of a 22'x 22' detached garage, legally described as Lot 14, and all that part of Lot 13, Block 1, Horizon
Heights, lying northerly of following described line; commencing at a point on west line of said Lot 13,
80 feet north of southwest corner thereof, thence easterly to a point on east line of said Lot 13, 70 feet
north of southeast corner thereof and there terminating, subject to easement of record, generally
located at 5297 Lincoln Street NE.
IT IS ORDERED that a variance be granted as upon the following conditions or reasons:
Approval with 6 stipulations. See Appeals Commission meeting minutes of February 25, 2004.
STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF ANOKA
CITY OF FRIDLEY
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
I, Debra A. Skogen, City Clerk for the City of Fridley, with and in for said City of Fridley, do hereby certify that I
have compared the foregoing copy and Order granting a variance with the original record thereof preserved in
my office, and have found the same to be a correct and true transcript of the whole thereof.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my hand at the City of Fridley, Minnesota, in the
County of Anoka on the a3.rd day of Nl4m,, -► , 2004.
DRAFTED BY:
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue N.E. (Tikgs4r,"'
Fridley, MN 55432 Debra A. kogen, ity Cle
(SEAL}
Variances are valid for a period of one year following approval and shall be considered void ifjAa1Ai$ed -witftK-'
that period. `'
Zoninq Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 ,_ Page 5
3. Total square footage of all access structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The accessory structure shall be rchitecturally compatible with existing home and
finished with complementary ide, color scheme, roof pitch and roofing materials.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. Driveway shall meet the code equirements and be 3 feet from all property lines or
written approval from nei hboring property owners must be filed with the City.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTINJS AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUS
MOTION by Mr. Jones, seconde by Mr. Zinter to recommend denial of the variance request for
the accessory building to excee the square foot of the current house. If the variance is
approved, the Commission recommends the following stipulations:
1. Petitioner shall o tain all necessary building permits prior to construction.
2. The structure s II not be used for a home occupation or living area.
3. Total square f tage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The accesso structure shall be architecturally compatible with existing home and
finished ith complementary side, color scheme, roof pitch and roofing materials.
5. All vehicle shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. Driveway hall meet the code requirements and be 3 feet from all property lines or
writte approval from neighboring property owners must be filed with the City.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Dr`Vos, seconded by Ms. Jackson to receive the letter relative to variance request
#04-01 from ttfe resident at 501 79th Way.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED RRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #04-02. BY DAVID AND JENNIFER
JENSEN
Per Section 205.07.03.D.(2).(C)((3)) of the Fridley Zoning Code to reduce the required
side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25 feet to
17 Y2 feet to allow the construction of a 22' x 22' detached garage, legally described as
Lot 14, 13, Block 1, Horizon Heights, generally located at 5297 Lincoln Street NE.
MOTION by Dr. Vos, seconded by Mr. Jackson to waive the full public reading and open the
public hearing at 8:13 p.m.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ms. Stromberg stated the petitioners, David and Jennifer Jensen, are seeking a variance to
reduce the side yard setback for an accessory structure that opens to a side street from 25 feet
to 17 Y2 feet to allow for the construction of a 22 ft. by 22 ft. detached garage at their residence,
which is located at 5297 Lincoln Street.
Ms. Stromberg stated that the summary of hardship submitted by the petitioner reads: "We are
requesting that a variance be granted to reduce the side yard setback on a comer lot for an
accessory structure from 25 feet to 17 % feet. The proposed variance would eliminate three
Zoning Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 Page 6
distinct problems. We could preserve more rear yard space, mature trees and shrubs due to
the front yard setback being dictated by prior construction. - It would eliminate potential drainage
problems to my neighbor to the south, due to my lot slope and my neighbor's lower elevation.
We could also maintain what I think to be a more appealing site line with our existing attached
garage.
Ms. Stromberg stated the property is zoned R-1, Single Family as are the properties to the
north, west and south. The property to the east is zoned P, Public Facilities and is the location
of a city water tower. The property is on southeast corner of Lincoln Street and 53`d Avenue,
with the home and attached garage facing Lincoln Street. The original home was constructed
in 1957. In 2000, that home was demolished and in 2061, the existing home and garage were
constructed.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City Code requires a side yard setback of twenty-five (25) feet for an
attached or unattached accessory building, which opens on the side street. The existing
attached garage, which faces Lincoln Street is set back at 17.5 feet from the property line. The
petitioner is requesting to keep that sight line consistent by constructing a 22 ft. by 22 ft.
detached garage off of 53`d Avenue to also be set back at 17 % feet. To preserve mature trees
and avoid a drainage issue with the petitioner neighbors to the south, the petitioner is requesting
this variance request.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City staff has received one letter of support from a neighboring
property owner.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City Staff has no recommendation as this variance is within
previously granted dimensions.
Ms. Stromberg stated that a similar variance was granted in 2002 at 7857 Alden Way to reduce
the required side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25
feet to 13 feet.
Ms. Stromberg stated that Staff recommends that if the variance is granted, the following
stipulations be attached.
1. Petitioner shall obtain necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of
issuance of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square
feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished
with complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
Mr. Jensen stated that there is an existing curb cut off of 53`d so there would not be a need for a
new curb cut.
Mr. Kuechle asked the petitioner if there was a problem with any of the stipulations.
Mr. Jensen stated he had no problem with the stipulations.
Mr. Zinter asked if the rise towards the water tower started in the alley section.
Zoning Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 Page 7
Mr. Jensen stated it starts on his property and gradually continues to the City property.
MOTION by Mr. Zinter, seconded by Mr. Jones, to close the public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:22 P.M.
MOTION by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Jones to approve variance request #04-02 to rduce
the required side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25
feet to 17'/2 feet to allow the construction of a 22 ft. by 22 ft. detached garage, generally located
at 5297 Lincoln Street, with the following stipulations:
1. Petitioner shall obtain necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of
issuance of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished
with complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED TO
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Kuechel stated that with unanimous approval of the commission and with no
recommendation of City staff, this did not have to go to City Council.
3.
Ms. Stromberg s ted that at the Planning Commission last week there was a request to build
71 senior condoms iums and a commercial complex on the southeast comer of Central Avenue
and Mississippi Str et. The Planning Commission recommended approval on a 6 to 1 vote.
That request will go kefore City Council on March 8, 2004.
4.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Mr. Jones, se6pnded by Mr. Zinter, to adjourn the meeting.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND TH FEBRUARY 25, 2004 APEALS COMMISSION MEETING
ADJOURNED AT 8:25 P.M.
C,r[YOF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER • 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 • (763) 571-3450 • FAX (763) 571-1287
APPEALS COMMISSION
ACTION TAKEN NOTICE
March 18, 2004
David & Jennifer Jensen
5297 Lincoln Street NE
Fridley MN 55421
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Jensen:
On Wednesday, February 25, 2004, the Fridley City Council officially approved your Variance,
VAR #04-02, to reduce the required side yard setback from an accessory structure which opens
on a side street from 25 feet to 17 %2 feet to allow the construction of a 22' x 22' detached
garage, legally described as Lot 13, & 14, Block 1, Horizon Heights, generally located at 5297
Lincoln Street NE.
Approval of this variance is contingent upon the following stipulations:
1. Petitioner shall obtain any necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of issuance
of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all necessary structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished with
complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
You have one year from the date of the Appeals Commission action to initiate construction. If
you cannot begin construction during this time, you must submit a letter requesting an extension
at least three weeks prior to the expiration date.
If you have any questions regarding the above action, please call me at 763-572-3595.
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Stacy Stromberg
Mary Hintz
Please review the above, sign the statement below and retuone copy to the City of Fridley
Planning Department by March 30, 2004. 1 � �1
C-04-27
"*Zoning Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 1 Page 5
3. Total square footage of all access ry structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The accessory structure shall be rchitecturally compatible with existing home and
finished with complementary ide, color scheme, roof pitch and roofing materials.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on X hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. Driveway shall meet the code/requirements and be 3 feet from all property lines or
written approval from nei hboring property owners must be filed with the City.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTIN AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUS .
MOTION by Mr. Jones, seconde by Mr. Zinter to recommend denial of the variance request for
the accessory building to excee the square foot of the current house. If the variance is
approved, the Commission re mmends the following stipulations:
1. Petitioner shall Itall necessary building permits prior to construction.
2. The structure s II not be used for a home occupation or living area.
3. Total square f tage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The accessostructure shall be architecturally compatible with existing home and
finished v ith complementary side, color scheme, roof pitch and roofing materials.
stored Driveway
hall meet
a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. the comeet de requirements and be 3 feet from all property lines or
writte approval from neighboring5. All ve ic property owners must be filed with the City.
UPON A VOICE rTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRI UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Dr Vos, seconded by Ms. Jackson to receive the letter relative to variance request
#04-01 from t1ye resident at 501 79 h Way.
UPON A VO CE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: VARIANCE REQUEST. VAR #04-02, BY DAVID AND JENNIFER
JENSEN
Per Section 205.07.03.D.(2).(C)((3)) of the Fridley Zoning Code to reduce the required
side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25 feet to
17 Y2 feet to allow the construction of a 22' x 22' detached garage, legally described as
Lot 14, 13, Block 1, Horizon Heights, generally located at 5297 Lincoln Street NE.
MOTION by Dr. Vos, seconded by Mr. Jackson to waive the full public reading and open the
public hearing at 8:13 p.m.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Ms. Stromberg stated the petitioners, David and Jennifer Jensen, are seeking a variance to
reduce the side yard setback for an accessory structure that opens to a side street from 25 feet
to 17 Y2 feet to allow for the construction of a 22 ft. by 22 ft. detached garage at their residence,
which is located at 5297 Lincoln Street.
Ms. Stromberg stated that the summary of hardship submitted by the petitioner reads: "We are
requesting that a variance be granted to reduce the side yard setback on a comer lot for an
accessory structure from 25 feet to 17 % feet. The proposed variance would eliminate three
`Zoning Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 Page 6
distinct problems. We could preserve more rear yard space, mature trees and shrubs due to
the front yard setback being dictated by prior construction. • It would eliminate potential drainage
problems to my neighbor to the south, due to my lot slope and my neighbor's lower elevation.
We could also maintain what I think1to be a more appealing site line with our existing attached
garage.
Ms. Stromberg stated the property is zoned R-1, Single Family as are the properties to the
north, west and south. The property to the east is zoned P, Public Facilities and is the location
of a city water tower. The property is on southeast comer of Lincoln Street and 53`d Avenue,
with the home and attached garage facing Lincoln Street. The original home was constructed
in 1957. In 2000, that home was demolished and in 2001, the existing home and garage were
constructed.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City Code requires a side yard setback of twenty-five (25) feet for an
attached or unattached accessory building, which opens on the side street. The existing
attached garage, which faces Lincoln Street is set back at 17.5 feet from the property line. The
petitioner is requesting to keep that sight line consistent by constructing a 22 ft. by 22 ft.
detached garage off of 53`d Avenue to also be set back at 17 %2 feet. To preserve mature trees
and avoid a drainage issue with the petitioner neighbors to the south, the petitioner is requesting
this variance request.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City staff has received one letter of support from a neighboring
property owner.
Ms. Stromberg stated that City Staff has no recommendation as this variance is within
previously granted dimensions.
Ms. Stromberg stated that a similar variance was granted in 2002 at 7857 Alden Way to reduce
the required side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25
feet to 13 feet.
Ms. Stromberg stated that Staff recommends that if the variance is granted, the following
stipulations be attached.
1. Petitioner shall obtain necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of
issuance of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square
feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished
with complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
Mr. Jensen stated that there is an existing curb cut off of 53`d so there would not be a need for a
new curb cut.
Mr. Kuechle asked the petitioner if there was a problem with any of the stipulations.
Mr. Jensen stated he had no problem with the stipulations.
Mr. Zinter asked if the rise towards the water tower started in the alley section.
`Zoning Commission Meeting, February 25, 2004 Page 7
Mr. Jensen stated it starts on his property and gradually continues to the City property.
MOTION by Mr. Zinter, seconded by Mr. Jones, to close the public hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY, AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:22 P.M.
MOTION by Ms. Jackson, seconded by Mr. Jones to approve variance request #04-02 to rduce
the required side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side street from 25
feet to 17 Y2 feet to allow the construction of a 22 ft. by 22 ft. detached garage, generally located
at 5297 Lincoln Street, with the following stipulations:
1. Petitioner shall obtain necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of
issuance of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished
with complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by.the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED TO
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Mr. Kuechel stated that with unanimous approval of the commission and with no
recommendation of City staff, this did not have to go to City Council.
3.
Ms. Stromberg s ted that at the Planning Commission last week there was a request to build
71 senior condoms iums and a commercial complex on the southeast comer of Central Avenue
and Mississippi Str et. The Planning Commission recommended approval on a 6 to 1 vote.
That request will go kefore City Council on March 8, 2004.
4.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Mr. Jones, seapnded by Mr. Zinter, to adjourn the meeting.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON KUECHLE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THISFEBRUARY 25, 2004 APEALS COMMISSION MEETING
ADJOURNED AT 8:25 P.M.
City of Fridley Land Use Application
VAR #04-02 February 25, 2004
GENERAL INFORMATION SPECIAL INFORMATION
Applicant:
David and Jennifer Jensen
5297 Lincoln Street NE
Fridley MN 55421
Requested Action:
Variance reducing the side yard for an
accessory structure that open on a side
street.
Existing Zoning:
R-1 (Single Family Residential)
Location:
5297 Lincoln Street
Size:
12,115 sq. ft. .28 acres
Existing Land Use:
Single Family Home.
Surrounding Land Use & Zoning:
N: Single Family & R-1
E: Single Family & R-1
S: Single Family & R-1
W: Single Family & R-1
Comprehensive Plan Conformance:
Consistent with Plan
Zoning Ordinance Conformance:
Section 205.07.03.D.(2).(c).((3)) requires a
side yard setback of twenty-five (25) feet for
an attached or unattached accessory
building which opens on the side street.
Zoning History:
1952 — Lot is platted.
1957 — Home is built.
1964 — Porch is built.
1966 — Patio or Sun Porch is built.
1966 — Detached garage built.
2000 — Home & garage demolished.
2001 — New home & garage built.
Legal Description of Property:
Lot 14 and all that part of Lot 13, Block 1,
Horizon Heights Lying Northerly of the
following described line; commencing at a
point on the West line of said Lot 13, 80 feet
North of the Southwest corner thereof;
thence Easterly to a point on the East line of
said Lot 13, 70 feet North of the Southeast
corner thereof and there terminating.
Public Utilities:
Home is connected.
Transportation:
53rd Avenue will provide access to the
proposed garage.
Physical Characteristics:
Typical suburban lot and landscaping.
SUMMARY OF PROJECT
The petitioners, Mr. and Mrs. Jensen, are
seeking a variance to reduce the side yard
setback from 25 feet to 17 Y2 feet for a detached
accessory structure that will open to 53rd
Avenue.
SUMMARY OF HARDSHIP
"We are requesting that a variance be granted
to reduce the side yard setback on a comer lot
for an accessory structure from 25 feet to 17
feet. The proposed variance would eliminate
three distinct problems. We could preserve
more rear yard space, mature trees and shrubs
due to the front yard setback being dictated by
prior construction. It would eliminate potential
drainage problems to my neighbor to the south,
due to my lot slope and my neighbor's lower
elevation. We could also maintain what 1 think
to be a more appealing sight line with our
existing attached garage."
- David Jensen
SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS
City Staff has no recommendation as this
variance is within previously granted
dimensions.
Similar variances granted:
• VAR #02-14 7857 Alden Way
To reduce the required side yard setback for
an accessory structure which opens on a
side street from 25 feet to 13 feet.
CITY COUNCIL ACTION/ 60 DAY DATE
City Council — March 8, 2004
60 Day — March 22, 2004
Wk
(Location of Proposed Garage)
Staff Report Prepared by: Stacy Stromberg
VAR #04-02
REQUEST
Petitioners, David and Jennifer Jensen, are seeking a variance to reduce the side yard
setback for an accessory structure that opens to a side street from 25 feet to 17 Y2 feet
to allow for the construction of a 22 ft. by 22 ft. detached garage at their residence,
which is located at 5297 Lincoln Street.
SUMMARY OF HARDSHIP
"We are requesting that a variance be granted to reduce the side yard setback on a
corner lot for an accessory structure from 25 feet to 17 % feet. The proposed variance
would eliminate three distinct problems. We could preserve more rear yard space,
mature trees and shrubs due to the front yard setback being dictated by prior
construction. It would eliminate potential drainage problems to my neighbor to the
south, due to my lot slope and my neighbor's lower elevation. We could also maintain
what I think to be a more appealing site line with our existing attached garage."
-David Jensen
ANALYSIS AND CODE REQUIREMENTS
The property is zoned R-1, Single Family as are the properties to the north, west and
south. The property to the east is zoned P, Public Facilities and is the location of a city
water tower. The property is on southeast corner of Lincoln Street and 53`d Avenue,
with the home and attached garage facing Lincoln Street. The original home was
constructed in 1957. In 2000, that home was demolished and in 2001, the existing
home and garage were constructed.
Existing Home
City Code requires a side yard setback of twenty-five (25) feet for an attached or
unattached accessory building, which opens on the side street. The existing attached
garage, which faces Lincoln Street is set back at 17.5 feet from the property line. The
petitioner is requesting to keep that sight line consistent by constructing a 22 ft. by 22 ft.
detached garage off of 53`d Avenue to also be set back at 17 Y2 feet. To preserve
mature trees and avoid a drainage issue with the petitioner neighbors to the south, the
petitioner is requesting this variance request.
City staff has received one letter of support from a neighboring property owner. The
letter is included in your packet.
Location of Proposed Garage
RECOMMENDATIONS
City Staff has no recommendation as this variance is within previously granted
dimensions.
Similar variance granted:
• VAR #02-14 7857 Alden Way
To reduce the required side yard setback for an accessory structure which opens
on a side street from 25 feet to 13 feet.
STIPULATIONS
Staff recommends that if the variance is granted, the following stipulations be attached.
1. Petitioner shall obtain a necessary permits prior to construction.
2. Petitioner shall install Code required hard surface driveway within 12 months of
issuance of a building permit.
3. Total square footage of all accessory structures shall not exceed 1,400 square feet.
4. The garage shall be architecturally compatible with the existing home and finished
with complementary siding and color scheme.
5. All vehicles shall be stored on a hard surface driveway as approved by the City.
6. The garage shall not be used for a home occupation or living area.
Garage Narrative 5297 Lincoln Street
My name is David Jensen. My wife Jennifer and I live at 5297 Lincoln Street N.E.
Fridley. We wish to build a second garage (22'x 22') in the rear yard that would face 53rd
Ave. Our house is on a corner lot that faces Lincoln Street. I have an interest in
collecting and restoring antique lawn Mowers and garden tractors as purely a hobby,
which need to be garaged. We are requesting that a variance be granted to reduce the
side yard setback on a corner lot for an accessory structure from 25 feet to 17 Y2 feet.
The proposed variance would eliminate three distinct problem issues. We could preserve
more rear yard space, mature trees and shrubs due to front yard setbacks dictated by
prior construction. It would eliminate potential drainage problems to my neighbor to the
south due to my lot slope and my neighbor's lower elevation. We could maintain what
think to be a more appealing site line with our existing attached garage. I want to take
the time to thank city staff and the appeals commission for their time on this matter.
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Lot 14 and all that part of Lot 13, Block 1, Horizon
Heights Lying Northerly of the following described line,
commencing at a point on the West line of said Lot
13, 80 feet North of the Southwest comer thereof;
thence Easterly to a point on the East line of sold Lot 13, 70 feet North of the Southeast comer thereof
and there terminating. ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
We hereby certify to IMLKINSON CONSTRUCTION that this survey,
plan or report was prepared by me or under my direct su�vision and
that I am a duly licensed Land Surveyor under the laws of the State of Minnesota. Dated this 14114 day of s k
A.D., 2001.
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Gable roof a+/ 3/12 pitch trusses 2' O.C.
20 (Nall Framing Material
12" gable/12" eave overhangs
7/16" OSB Wall Sheathing
3/8" OSB Roof Sheathing
S. Stone Vinyl 4" Double lap Siding
23 yr. Superglass, INeatherwood Shingles
Sandstone Aluminum Soffit & Fascia
Sandstone Aluminum Premium Roof Edge
Sandstone vinyl overhead door jamb
Front View Back View
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Today's cost for materials estimated in this design: $ 3371.33
Base garage without options: $1789.78
*The base price Includes: 0" Eave/0" Gable Overhangs, Framing Materials,
7/16 OSB Roof Sheathing, 20 yr. Fiberglass Classic - Onyx Black Shingles,
Pine Fascia, Galvanized Regular Roof Edge, 8" Textured Vertical Hardboard Siding,
No Service Doors, No Overhead Doors, No Windows, or Any Other Options.
Paul Bolin
Planning Coordinator
Fridley Municipal Center
6431 University Ave NE
Fridley, MN 55432
RE: Case # VAR #04-02
My wife Pam and I will not be able to attend the Planning Commission
meeting when the variance hearing listed above is held. We would like to
state that we have no problem with the variance request for a detached
garage at 5297 Lincoln Street NE and hope that you grant the Jensen's their
appeal.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
Kevin and Pam O'Rourke
5300 Matterhorn Drive
Fridley, MN 55421
763-572-2687
CITY OF FRIDLEY
6431 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
(763) 572-3592
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
VARIANCE APPLICATION FOR:
Residential Commercial/Industrial Signs
PROPERTY INFORMATION- (site p an re fired forsubmittal, see attached)
Address: = 1-2
Property Identification Number:
Legal Description: Lot/--'/, 13 Block Tract/Addition Z® S
Current Zoning: Square Footage/acreage: l
Reason for Variance:
Have you operated a business in a city which required a business license?
Yes No :X If If Yes, which City?
If Yes, what type of business?
Was that license ever denied or revoked? Yes No
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FEE OWNER INFORMATION (as it appears on the property title)
(Contract purchasers: Fe,eowwners qnu�t sign this frior to processing.)
NAME: rjn
ADDRESS: -1 �j
DAYTIME NE: 5-7 SIGNATURE/DATE:
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PETITIONER I FORMATI
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ADDRESS:
DAYTI E: — SIGNATURE/DATE:
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Section of City Code:
FEES
Fee: $100.00 for commercial, industrial, or signs:
Fee: $60.00 for residential properties: Receipt #: Received By:
Application Number: VA4 64/-0a
Scheduled Appeals Commission'Date:
Scheduled City Council Date:
10 Day Application Complete Notification ate:�00 [.J
60 Day Date: M a k-t l Q R®®L/
VARIANCE APPLICATION
SUBMISSION CHECKLIST
The following shall be the minimum submission requirements to the Appeals
Commission. Applications will not be accepted if the following is not submitted:
RESIDENTIAL:
ITEM
SUBMITTED
RECEIVER'S
COMPLETE
REVIEWER'S
INITIALS
INITIALS
Completed application, with fee
(Application is considered complete if
all blanks are completed, and both fee
owner and petitioner have signed.)
Scaled certificate of survey, by a
certified surveyor, of property showing
north arrow, existing and proposed
structures, lot and block number,
adjacent street names, and buildings
on adjacent lots within 10 feet of the
common lot lines.
Elevation of building and description of
materials.
Narrative of proposed building, and
summary of hardship.
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL:
ITEM
SUBMITTED
RECEIVER'S
COMPLETE
REVIEWER'S
INITIALS
INITIALS
Completed application, with fee
(Application is considered complete if
all blanks are completed, and both fee
owner and petitioner have signed.)
Scaled certificate of survey, by a
certified surveyor, of property showing
north arrow, existing and proposed
structures, lot and block number,
adjacent street names, and buildings
on adjacent lots within 10 feet of the
common lot lines.
Elevation of building and description of
materials.
Landscape plan for all projects
requiring a parking lot expansion of
four 4 or mores aces.
Grading and drainage plan.
Erosion control plan.
CITY OF FRIDLEY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
BEFORE THE APPEALS COMMISSION
TO:
All property owners/residents within 350 feet of property
generally located at 5297 Lincoln Street NE.
CASE NUMBER:
VAR #04-02
APPLICANT:
David & Jennifer Jensen
Petitioner or representative must attend the Planning Commission meeting.
PURPOSE:
Petitioner is requesting a variance to reduce the required side
yard setback for an accessory structure which opens on a side
street from 25 feet to 17'/2 feet to allow the construction of a
22'x 22' detached garage.
LOCATION OF
5297 Lincoln Street NE
PROPERTY AND
LEGAL
Lots 13 & 14, Block 1, Horizon Heights
DESCRIPTION:
DATE AND TIME OF
Appeals Commission Meeting:
HEARING:
Wednesday, February 25, 2004, at 7:30 p.m.
The Appeals Commission Meetings are televised live the night
of the meeting on Channel 17.
PLACE OF
Fridley Municipal Center, City Council Chambers
HEARING:
6431 University Avenue N.E., Fridley, MN
HOW TO
1. You may attend hearings and testify.
PARTICIPATE:
2. You may send a letter before the hearing to Paul Bolin,
Planning Coordinator, at 6431 University Avenue N.E.,
Fridley, MN 55432 or FAX at 763-571-1287.
SPECIAL
Hearing impaired persons planning to attend who need an
ACCOMODATIONS:
Interpreter or other persons with disabilities who require
auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 763-572-3500
no later than February 19, 2004. The TDD # is 763-572-3534.
ANY QUESTIONS:
Contact Stacy Stromberg, Planner, at 763-572-3595.
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Columbia Heights
Variance Request #04-02
5297 Lincoln Street
Petitioner: David & Jennifer Jensen
N Sources:
A Fridley Engineering
Fridley GIS
Anoka County GIS
Map Date: 2/12/04
ALBERS ARLENE M BARTA ROBERT A & KATHLEEN C CHRISTENSEN FREDERICK T & D
1390 SKYWOOD LN NE 1377 53RD AVE NE 5250 LINCOLN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
CURRENT-NRESIDENT CURRENT RESIDENT CURRENT RESIDENT
5298 JOHN ON ST NE Bad Address 1 Bad Address 2
FRIDLEY,MN 55420 FRIDLEY,MN 0 FRIDLEY,MN 0
CURRENT RESIDENT DAHLEN PHILLIP A & LADONNA DOBOS JOSEPH V & LOIS A
Bad Address 3 1378 SKYWOOD LN NE 1371 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 0 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
ERNSTER THOMAS M & BARBARA A FAHLEY JEROME A & LAURA M FANNON WILLIAM R
5225 LINCOLN ST NE 5271 BUCHANAN ST NE 5260 LINCOLN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
FRAKIE ROGER A & JANICE F FRIDLEY CITY OF GILLESPIE DONALD P & PEGGY
5258 MATTERHORN DR NE 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE NE 5220 LINCOLN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55432 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
HANSON DONALD N & ARDELL C HARNISCH LENARD W & YVONNE HOPPS KEVIN J & MARA S
5261 LINCOLN ST NE 1349 53RD AVE NE 1343 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
HOSCH MICHAEL J & JANE M JENSEN DAVID & JENNIFER JOPKE WALTER & ANN W
5251 LINCOLN ST NE 5297 LINCOLN ST NE 5230 LINCOLN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
KRTNICK DONALD & IDA KUGLIN LE ROY R & GERMAINE LINDER JUNE E
5261 BUCHANAN ST NE 1364 SKYWOOD LN NE 1350 SKYWOOD LN NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
LUETH JON H & MARILYN S MALARK RICHARD J MILLER RONALD D & DIANE J
1358 SKYWOOD LN NE 5251 BUCHANAN ST NE 5316 MATTERHORN DR NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
NOVAK THOMAS E & JEAN L OROURKE KEVIN S & PAMELA M PETERSON EUGENE ALBERT & P
5232 MATTERHORN DR NE 5300 MATTERHORN DR NE 5240 LINCOLN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
RAINS MARY JO RASMUSSEN DANIEL J & ERIKA E SCHUPIEN RICK J & JUDY K
1370 SKYWOOD LN NE 5237 LINCOLN ST NE 1391 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421 FRIDLEY,MN 55421
SHERER MICHAEL L & KATHE L
5332 MATTERHORN DR NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
SWANBERG FLORENCE
5246 MATTERHORN DR NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
TRYGG THOMAS G & ALINE A
1357 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
ZAMOON JAMILLAH R & SHARIFFAH
1385 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
SROKA GEORGE J
1363 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
TETTEMER CLAIR R JR
1360 53RD AVE NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
WEELDREYER JUSTIN J & LOIS
5286 MATTERHORN DR NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
ZBIKOWSKI DONALD A & D M
5241 BUCHANAN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
STRASSBURG JOHN W & MARY C
1386 SKYWOOD LN NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
TOIVOLA DONALD M
5272 MATTERHORN DR NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
YOUNG WILLIAM L & MARY
5231 BUCHANAN ST NE
FRIDLEY,MN 55421
CIIYOF
FRIDLEY
FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER - 6431 UNIVERSITY AVE. N.E. FRIDLEY, MN 55432 - (763) 571-3450 - FAX (763) 571-1287
February 2, 2004
David and Jennifer Jensen
5297 Lincoln Street NE
Fridley MN 55432
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Jensen:
Per Minnesota Statute 15.99, local government units are required to notify land use
applicants within 10 working days if their land use applications are complete. We
officially received your application for a variance on January 23, 2004. This letter
serves to inform you that your application is complete.
Your Variance application hearing and discussion will take place at the City of Fridley
Appeals Commission Meeting on February 25, 2004 at 7:30 P.M. in the City Council
Chambers at 6431 University Avenue. If you variance application needs to be reviewed
by the City Council, the meeting will be held on March 8, 2004 at 7:30 in the City
Council Chambers.
If you have any questions regarding this letter or the process, please feel free to contact
me at 763-572-3595.
Sincerely,
Stacy St l` mberg
Planner,]
C-04-20