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October 1, 1996 To Whom It May Concern: The shed involved in this request has already been approved by building permit 13141, dated 6 -4 -96. The shed is currently 90% complete. Work was halted when Mary from Little Canada City Hall contacted me to advise me of an error on their part in issuing the building permit. The shed is located not greater than 30 feet from the lot line, however, it is more than 30 feet from the street. At the August Planning Commission meeting I proposed that a variance of the City's R -1 District side yard setback requirement be granted, thus allowing the shed to remain at its existing location. The variance was approved by the Planning Commission on a vote of 5 -0. At the August Little Canada City Council meeting, the variance was denied. I was not allowed to present my case in its entirety; therefore, I am requesting an appeal of my case. As I stated in my previous application, my shed will be located on the west side of my house at 470 Costa Lane. The shed is 128 square feet detached accessory building. The shed will be painted tan to match the exterior of the existing house. I feel that this design can only add to value of the property and not detract from my property or any surrounding properties. My only alternative location for the shed is in the middle of my backyard. This location was recommended by the City Inspector. However, surrounding neighbors have voiced their objections to the shed being located in the backyard and within their view. Therefore, keeping the shed on the west side of the garage will alleviate this problem. In summary, I am requesting that the Planning Commission once again vote in favor of granting me the variance from the City's R -1 District side yard setback requirements. Its present location is the most suitable in that is is out of the view of surrounding neighbors. Also, the style and color are coordinated with the existing house which can only add to the value of the property. Thank you for considering my request for the variance from the City's R -1 District side yard setback requirement. I appreciate your efforts in keeping Little Canada an enjoyable city. Sincer y, Richard Thorp 470 Costa Lane Little Canada MN 55117 484 -2449 Page 28