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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL MAY 23, 2012 meeting, the issue of the existing lean -to on the property was discussed. That space would also count toward the total garage space, which brings the total to over the 1,500 square foot maximum. The Planning Commission recommended that either the entire or part of the lean -to be removed so that total garage space on the property does not exceed 1,500 square feet. The Planner reviewed other recommendations for approval which include that garage height not exceed 15 feet (measured to the mid- point of the roof), and that the home eventually be resided to match the new garage. The Planner noted that a driveway is not required to be constructed to the proposed garage, and indicated that the existing driveways on the property should be documented on the site plan. John O'Brien, 427 Viking Drive, reported that he has redrawn his garage plans to meet the 15 foot height maximum. O'Brien also indicated that the lean -to serves no purpose and he is willing to remove it. O'Brien noted the two existing blacktop driveways on his property, which are now noted on the site plan. He also reported that the previous owner had a great deal of Class V spread on the property, and his intention is to remove that Class V in order to return that area to grass. The City Administrator reported that if a driveway is added to access the proposed garage, that driveway would have to be paved, and a driveway permit would be needed. O'Brien stated that he did not intend to construct a driveway to the new garage; he would retain the two existing paved driveways and would clean up the Class V. Blesener asked about the setback for the proposed garage. O'Brien noted that after more consideration, he would have a 40 foot setback for the new garage from the back property line. Blesener asked about O'Brien's plans for residing the existing house. O'Brien indicated that he would reside the house to match the new garage. McGraw noted that the Planning Commission recommended that the house be resided by the end of 2014. O'Brien indicated that he could meet that deadline. Montour asked about the potential future subdivision of the property which would result in the proposed garage being on a separate parcel. Montour asked if a new CUP would be required at the new a house was constructed on the new lot. The City Planner indicated that the proposed garage is 1,020 square feet in size, and a new house would likely have an attached garage, leaving 480 square feet available for the attached garage. The Planner indicated that a new CUP would be required. There was no one else present from the general public wishing to comment on this matter. 2