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Planning & Zoning Board August 13, 2003 Page 2 system. Staff noted the Zoning Ordinance allowed for such placement of an accessory building in the Rural zone, but stipulated that it should be set back from the street right - of -way at least 100 feet. The proposed garage could only accommodate a setback of 58 feet, however, due to the location of the septic system, so the applicants were requesting a variance. Staff reviewed the five findings of fact for a variance and indicated hardship could be demonstrated in this instance by the location of the septic system. Staff stated the septic mound precluded the proposed garage from being sited in an area that would satisfy ordinance requirements. In this way, hardship could be demonstrated and staff would recommend approval of the requested variance. Chair Schaps invited applicant to make comment. George Fernstrom, 6340 Red Maple Lane, stated their septic system failed last year and was replaced. He stated they now wanted to put in a garage, but the septic system was in the way. He noted no neighbors had expressed concerns or objected to this proposal. Mr. Rafferty made a MOTION to recommend approval of a variance for a second, detached garage with a setback of 58 feet, as outlined by staff's August 13, 2003 report and was supported by Ms. Lane. Motion carried 5 -0. B. PUBLIC HEARING — Bruggeman Properties, SE Corner of Birch St. and Hodgson Road., Rezone, Preliminary Plat/Planned Unit Development, Conditional Use Permit Chair Schaps opened the public hearing at 6:44 p.m. Staff reviewed their August 13, 2003 report and reviewed the unresolved issues that needed to be addressed further. Staff recommended continuing the public hearing or close the public hearing and table the application to allow for resolution of the issues. Mr. Lyden asked how much increase in traffic would there be from Hodgson Road north of County Road J. Mr. Smyser replied there would be 152 homes Mr. Lyden pointed out that there was the possibility of 500 -600 additional traffic trips a day. Mr. Smyser noted the problem with the intersection was at the peak hours, not generally during the day. Mr. Lyden stated he disagreed with the traffic figures staff was giving. He believed there would be more than 28 cars added to this intersection. Mr. Rafferty asked if there would be a traffic light at Ware and Birch. Mr. Smyser replied that was correct. Mr. Tralle asked when were the road improvements proposed to be done. Mr. Smyser replied the road improvements would have to be done as a part of this project. DRAFT MINUTES