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2 10/20/71 or zonning in that area. Members felt that two things would have a bearing. It would be a commercial operation in a residential area and also the St. Paul Waterworks might be involved. It was recommended that this be referred to the Council as to exact location, etc., and then they can refer it to the Environ- mental Quality group or whoever they see fit, A Variance was applied for by Marvin Hamacher and Marvin LeTendre, on Lot #7 of Golden's Rice Lake Terrace, 6935 Lake Drive. The zoning code stipulates setbacks along thoroughfares of 40 feet. A Mr. Richard Olson owns a home situated on Lot #5, with a setback of 18 feet, built before the present code. If they were to comply with the 40 feet limit; it would be necessary for them to fill in a swampy area behind them. They est:t.mate it would amount to ex- penses of maybe $8,000 to $10,000. They indicated they had a verbal building permit with W. Dupre. He indicated to them that with commercial property they could build up to the line. They would like to get started as soon as possible since it could snow anytime. The building has already been ordered and is waiting to be set up. They maintain drainage is no problem since the building would sit two feet higher than the road grade. They were informed they should have submitted 10 sets of plans 10 days ahead. They indicated they already have the state permit and its culverted in already. The members were sympathetic as to the time element involved and the fact that they had not been properly informed by a village official. It was recommended that if they got a topographical survey and all the necessary paper work taken care of they might submit it to the Council at their next meeting. Mr. Rehbein moved to recommend to the Council that they allow this variance of an 18 feet set back equal with houses on the north side, at 6935 Lake Drive. Seconded by Mr. Jectex Carried unanimously. Mr. Karth moved to recommend to the Council that Skyline Auto Body proposed building be approved for issuance of building permit based on the applicants ability to adhere to the zoning codes that apply, evidenced by Mr. Van Housen and the Village Engineer. Changes being made with the Chairman of P&Z. Seconded by Mr. Jester, Carried unanimously. The two men were advised to have 5 copies made to give to the Clerk for the Councilman. Mr. Tressler stepped. forward and asked for a Variance consideration on his property on Rustic Lane in Lakeview. There are two occupied dwellings :0 feet apart. He stated his daughter was married and her husband going to school. He rented them a structure, 14 ft. x 20 ft, (280 sq. ft.) that he fixed up for them. He felt this was a hardship case. It was stated that mobile homes have been allowed several times in the past under hardship cases. These were elderIT terminal cases. Mr. Tressler stated he brought the building in some time age, fixed it up, installed plumbing & a separate septic tank. Mr. Dupre issued him a building permit, but nothing was said about a plumbing permit. He wasn't informed he needed one. He is asking for a 3 year permit for the yonxg people to live there until he is through with school. He was told that the code endeavors to maintain the size of homes in the Village. We must set a precedent. Although he has sufficient land in total - over 3 acres - the 50 feet between buildings and the size of the second struc- ture are just inadequate. Also, there is only one access. W. Rehbein related a time 8 -9 years ago when 3 children burned in a too -small garage home in Lexington, because they couldn't get in to get them out. Mr. Tressler stated this has a big 60 x 60 in. front window so this wouldn't be a problem. He was informed that trailers can be moved off, but this is a permanent structure. It is necessary to be progressive and look ahead. If it is a hardship they