HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-03-18 PC AgendaCity of Falcon Heights
Planning Commission
Special Meeting
City Hall
2077 W. Larpenteur Avenue
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
7:00 p.m.
A G E N D A
A. CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL: Chair Larkin ____ Samatar ____
Murphy ____ Stemper ____
Williams ____ Kotelnicki ____
Sunderland ____ Council Liaison Miazga ____
Staff Liaison Krzos ____ Staff Liaison Markon ____
C. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Variance Application from 1411 Larpenteur Ave
D. INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
E. ADJOURN
If you have a disability and need accommodation in order to attend this meeting, please
notify City Hall 48 hours in advance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at
651-792-7600. We will be happy to help.
REQUEST FOR PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Families, Fields and Fair
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The City That Soars!
Description Request for a variance from the City of Falcon Heights Zoning Code. Request to
exceed the six (6) foot maximum fence height limit by two (2) feet to allow for
construction of an eight (8) foot tall fence.
Background
1411 Larpenteur Avenue West, Falcon Heights, 55113, PIN 152923340131, is located
on the northeast corner of the intersection of Larpenteur Avenue West and Holton
Street North. The legal description is The West 123.76 feet of the South 189.5 feet of the
East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 15,
Township 29, Range 23, Ramsey County, Minnesota. AND The South 207 feet of the West
1/2 of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of
Section 15, Township 29, Range 23, EXCEPT the West 123.76 feet thereof, Ramsey County,
Minnesota. EXCEPT The West 123.76 feet of the North 17.5 feet of the South 207 feet of the
West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of
Section 15, Township 29, Range 23, Ramsey County, Minnesota. The parcel is zoned R-1
Residential.
The applicant desires to construct a eight (8) foot tall privacy fence in the vicinity of
the east property line. Fences in excess of six feet above adjacent ground grades are
prohibited by the Zoning Ordinance. Therefore, the applicant seeks a height
variance of two (2) feet in order to build the fence.
The applicant’s property adjoins a commercially-zoned property to the east which
contains a dry-cleaning business. The purpose of the fence is to provide privacy and
screening from the lighting and commercial activities originating on the neighboring
property. The area where the fence is to be located is generally lower in grade the
balance of the rear yard as well as the grade of the commercial property – it has the
shape of a small valley. Accordingly, construction of a six (6) foot tall fence in this
area diminishes the effectiveness of its intended purpose since the majority of the
applicant’s usable yard space is elevated above this area.
Notice of a public hearing on this matter was published in the Roseville Review on
September 18, 2018. On September 19th, notice was mailed to the owners of all
properties within 500 feet as required by statute.
Meeting Date October 3, 2018
Agenda Item C-1
Title Fence Height Variance – 1411 Larpenteur Ave
West
Submitted By Ryan Krzos, Interim Zoning Administrator
Analysis In reference to Section 113-62 Variances, staff finds the following:
a. That the variance would be in harmony with the general purposes and
intent of Chapter 113.
Staff finds that the variance requested is in harmony with the purpose and intent
of the zoning chapter as stated in Section 113-1.
b. That the variance would be consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Staff finds that the variance requested is consistent with the comprehensive plan
and that it will not impair or diminish property values or improvements in the
area.
c. That there are practical difficulties in complying with this chapter.
Staff finds that there are practical difficulties in complying with the letter of
Section 113-242 Fence Requirements. The subject property has a topographical
characteristic not commonplace in Falcon Heights, which reduces the
effectiveness of the privacy fence. The area of the property is a low point as
compared to the commercial property to the east and the applicant’s residence to
the west. Accordingly, the effective height of the fence in this location is
diminished since it is measured based on the surrounding grade.
d. That the granting of the variance will not impair an adequate supply of light
and air to adjacent property, or substantially increase the congestion of the
public streets, or increase the danger of fire, or endanger the public safety.
Staff finds that the variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to
adjacent properties, will have no effect on traffic on the public street and will not
increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety.
e. That the requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the
practical difficulties.
Allowing for construction of a fence exceeding the height limit in this particular
location will allow the property owner to maximize the beneficial use of his
property. Relocating the fence would necessitate its placement further into the
applicant’s usable yard area thereby unreasonably reducing use of his property.
f. The provisions regarding earth-sheltered construction and temporary use stated
in Section113-62(e)(6) do not apply to this variance.
Budget Impact None
Attachment(s) Application for variance from the maximum fence height limit at 1411
Larpenteur Avenue West.
Site Plan
Site Photos
Hearing notice published in the Roseville Review and mailed to owners of
properties within 500 feet, with map showing properties that received mailed
notice.
Resolution R18-xx
Public comment email received on 9/25/18
Actions
Requested
Hold a public hearing on the variance requested for 1411 Larpenteur Avenue
West
Make a recommendation to the City Council
Carl and Sherry Richardson Fencing and Deck Replacement Site Plan
1411 Larpenteur Ave West, Falcon Heights 55113, 507-581-6090
Specifications:
•#1 –Install approximately 36 lineal ft of 8 ft tall fencing on back side and east side of house in between
our house and the Professional Dry Clearner adjoining our property on the east side. pic of fence. We
will submit a request for variance, which is supported by Falcon Heights City Planner.
•#2 -remove wood deck and replace with paver brick patio and steps.
•#3–Install 24 lineal ft of 6 ft tall fencing on back side and west side of house
•#3 –Install approximately 24ft x 16ft, 4 ft tall ornamental steel black fence around a playground.
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September 18, 2018
Dear Property Owner:
You are cordially invited to a public hearing before the Falcon Heights Planning
Commission for the purpose of taking public comment on a requested a Variance for
property located at 1411 Larpentuer Avenue W, Falcon Heights, PID: 152923340131
Legal Description: The West 123.76 feet of the South 189.5 feet of the East 1/2 of the
West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 15, Township 29,
Range 23, Ramsey County, Minnesota. AND The South 207 feet of the West 1/2 of the
East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 15,
Township 29, Range 23, EXCEPT the West 123.76 feet thereof, Ramsey County,
Minnesota. EXCEPT The West 123.76 feet of the North 17.5 feet of the South 207 feet of
the West 1/2 of the East 1/2 of the West 1/2 of the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest
Quarter of Section 15, Township 29, Range 23, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
7:00 p.m.
Falcon Heights City Hall
The applicant is proposing to construct an eight (8) foot tall privacy fence near the east
property line. The Zoning Ordinance requires that no fence be taller than six (6) feet in
height. The applicant is required to apply for a variance for the construction of the fence
which exceeds the maximum height restriction by two (2) feet.
The plans and other planning documents will be available upon request. If you have
questions or comments before the hearing, you may contact the City at 651-792-7600 or
by email at sack.thongvanh@falconheights.org.
Sincerely,
Sack Thongvanh
City Administrator
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CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS
COUNCIL RESOLUTION
October 10, 2018
No. 18-xx
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RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FOR 1454 ROSELAWN AVENUE
On October 10, 2018, the Falcon Heights City Council granted the following variance
request 1411 Larpentuer Avenue W, owned by Carl and Sherlyn Richardson.
Chapter 113 section 242 (2) of the zoning code, in an R-1 zoning district.
A variance of two (2) feet from the six (6) foot fence height maximum to allow the
construction of an eight (8) foot tall fence.
The City Council adopted the following findings for granting the variance at 1411
Larpentuer Avenue West, Falcon Heights:
1. That the granting of the variance will not be detrimental to the public welfare;
2. That the granting of the variance will not substantially diminish or impair property
values or improvements in the area;
3. That the granting of the variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of
substantial property rights;
4. That the variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent
property.
5. That the amended variance will not impair the orderly use of the public streets;
6. That the variance will not increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety;
7. That a particular practical difficulty, as distinguished from mere inconvenience to
the owner, would result if the strict letter of the chapter were carried out.
8. That the variance is not sought principally to increase financial gain of the owner of
the property and that a substantial hardship to the owner would result from a denial
of the variance.
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Moved by: Approved by: ________________________
Peter Lindstrom, Mayor
LINDSTROM ____ In Favor Attested by: ________________________
GUSTAFSON Sack Thongvanh
HARRIS ____ Against City Administrator
LEEHY
MIAZGA
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Ryan Krzos
From:Justin Markon <justin.markon@falconheights.org>
Sent:Tuesday, September 25, 2018 1:41 PM
To:Elaine Christiansen
Subject:RE: Property at 1411 Larpenteur Avenue W.
Hello Ms. Christiansen,
Thank you for your email regarding the proposed variance for 1411 Larpenteur Ave W. I will pass along your message to
our Planning Commission.
‐Justin
Justin Markon
Community Development Coordinator
City of Falcon Heights
Office: 651‐792‐7613
Fax: 651‐792‐7610
"The City that Soars"
"Families, Fields and Fair"
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐
From: Elaine Christiansen
Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2018 11:05 AM
To: Justin Markon <justin.markon@falconheights.org>
Subject: Property at 1411 Larpenteur Avenue W.
My name is Elaine Christiansen, property owner at 1724 Holton Street. I am not able to come to the special hearing
regarding the variance request for my neighbors at 1411 Larpenteur. The new owners, Carl and Sherry Richardson, are
an asset to our street and entire community. We have enjoyed watching the property improvement ever since they
moved in.
I want to support their request for a variance on the height of a new privacy fence.
Respectfully Submitted,
Elaine Christiansen