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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION JANUARY 11, 1990 his report dated January 8, 1990, and have no objections to complying with those recommendations. DeLonais recommended approval of the division of property at 55 E. County Road C requested by Deborah G. North subject to compliance with the recommendations of the City Planner as contained in his report dated January 8, 1990. The motion was seconded by Herkenhoff. Motion carried 6 - 0. The City Planner reported that the Council has approved the final plat for Centre Place and once the plat is filed, grading will begin. The Planner anticipated that street construction would begin in the spring. VALENTO The City Planner reported that Mr. Don Valento has VARIANCE submitted an application appealing the City's previous APPEAL action denying his request for a front yard setback variance for Lots 2, 3, and 4, Thunder Bay Estates 2nd Addition. However, due to previous commitments, Mr. Valento is unable to attend tonight's meeting. The Planner reported that the request has not changed from what was previous submitted in July of 1989, therefore, his July report would still apply. The Planner reported that Mr. Valento contends that with a variance he will be able to build better homes on those lots and the aesthetics of the neighborhood will improve. The Planner reported that Code requires a 30 foot front yard setback from the right -of -way line, and Mr. Valento is requesting a 20 foot front yard setback for Lots 2 and 3 and a 25 foot front yard setback for Lot 4 from the right -of -way lines. Drabik stated that she was concerned that since the driveways would be shorter a parking problem would be created. Drabik pointed out that this portion of Valento Road is narrow. Drabik asked how many cars could be parked in the driveway if the variance is approved. The City Planner pointed out that with a 20 foot setback, the driveway would be 26 feet long from the Page 3