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2. Simplification. The current code states that garages accessed from alleys can be one foot from the property line if three conditions are met. One of these requirements is "within the rear 20% of the lot After reviewing the plat map and working with property owners in the Northome neighborhood where this predominantly applies, staff recommends that this be changed to the rear 28 feet of the lot. It accomplishes the same thing and is easier for everyone to understand, especially for a homeowner reviewing the city's summary of zoning requirements as he or she plans for a new garage. 3. Sidevard setbacks. Over the past few years there have been a few variance requests in the 5 foot sideyard setback requirement in order to construct a new detached garage replacing an existing detached garage that is located at less than a 5 foot setback. This is most notable in the northeast quadrant area where lots are usually 60 to 65 feet in width. Rather than require these homeowners to go through the variance process to build a new detached garage at the same setback as their existing garage, the commission is recommending that the code be revised to permit these new garages to be constructed at the existing garage setback if it is not less than two feet from the sidelot line. These revisions address the necessity of keeping a distance between the principal structure on the nearest adjoining property and the new garage so that a new garage isn't right next to a neighbor's family room window or a similar situation. ATTACHMENTS: 1 Proposed revisions to the zoning code 2 Memo from the planner to the planning commission includes photos of new garages in the city ACTION REQUESTED: 1. Explanation of planning commission recommendation by staff 2. Discuss. 3. Adopt the proposed amendments to the zoning code including Chapter 9 Section 2.04 Subdivision 1 c.; Section 8.01 Subdivision 6 b.; Section 9.01 Subdivision 6 b; Section 0.01 Subdivision 6 a