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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL January 24, 1990 Fahey stated that he would support the variance request since he believes it will improve the aesthetics of the neighborhood. Fahey was concerned with the shallowness of the lots which will result in very small backyards. Had that issue been raised at the time the plat was before the Council for approval, Fahey stated that he would not have supported the plat. Scalze pointed out that the minimum 30-foot front yard setback has applied to all residential development within the City. Scalze pointed out that most of the property yet to be developed within the City are difficult pieces, and felt the Council needed to keep in mind what will be fair to everyone in the City. Fahey stated that he would be receptive to a front yard setback variance for any lot that has a depth of 100 feet. Scalze felt that the Council needed to be more consistent in its actions, pointing out that the request was denied six months ago and is now before the Council with no change as to the facts. Upon motion by Blesener, seconded by LaValle, the public hearing was closed. Mr. LaValle introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION N0. 90-1-34 - APPROVING THE FRONT YARD SETBACK VARIANCE REQUEST AS SUBMITTED BY MR. DON VALENTO FOR A FRONT YARD SETBACK OF 20 FEET FROM THE SETBACK LINE FOR LOTS 2 AND 3, BLOCK 3, THUNDER BAY ESTATES 2ND ADDITION, AND A FRONT YARD SETBACK OF 25 FEET FROM THE SETBACK LINE FOR LOT 4, BLOCK 3, THUNDER BAY ESTATES 2ND ADDITION SUBJECT TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CITY PLANNER AND BASED ON THE FACT THAT A HARDSHIP EXISTS AND AESTHETICS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD WILL BE SMPROVED AS A RESULT OF THIS VARIANCE The foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Collova. Ayes (4) LaValle, Collova, Blesener, Fahey. Nays (1) Scalze. Resolution declared adopted. Page 8