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Planning & Zoning Board June 10, 1998 Page 16 F. James Brandl, 7057 Rice Lake Court, Variance Ms. Wyland stated that Mr. James Brandl, 7057 Rice Lake Court, is requesting a variance to allow the construction of a 32 x 28 detached garage 19' from the property line. The Zoning Ordinance requires a setback of 30', therefore, the variance requested is for 11'. Mr. Brandl's property is located on the corner of Rice Lake Lane and Rice Lake Court. The proposed garage will face Rice Lake Court. Mr. Brandl has recently removed two structures from his property, a 24 x 24 car port and a 12 x 20 barn that was located in the same position as the proposed garage. The total square footage proposed will be within the requirements of the Ordinance as will the number of accessory buildings allowed. Mr. Johnson stated that this is a very large lot. He asked if the lot could be subdivided. Ms. Wyland indicated the lot cannot be subdivided because of the wetland south of the home. Chair Schaps stated that there was a similar situation a couple years ago where a building was constructed too close to the property line. Ms. Wyland indicated that the Council determined there were unique circumstances and granted that variance. Mr. Trehus asked if the similar situation involved a shed. Ms. Wyland stated that it was an accessory building and the setbacks requirements are the same. Mr. Trehus asked if a building this size is permitted in an R -1 zoning. Ms. Wyland indicated one detached building this size is permitted. Mr. Trehus asked if the wetland was counted in the lot square footage. Ms. Wyland stated that the wetland was not factored in. Chair Schaps stated that in this case two buildings have already been removed. In the past similar situation, buildings had not been removed. Mr. Dunn made a MOTION to approve variance as requested, and was supported by Mr. Johnson. Motion carried 6 -0. VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS Mr. Dunn asked Ms. Wyland for a informational sheet regarding the City's position regarding zoning request and site plans. Ms. Wyland indicated she would provide the Board with that information. Mr. Trehus announced that there is a Focus Group Meeting on June 11, 1998, 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. He invited those present to attend. Mr. Trehus also noted that in the future the size of the maps in the packets will be l i x 17. • •