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Planning & Zoning Board September 9, 1998 Page 2 Mr. Robinson made a MOTION to close the Open Mike portion of the meeting at 6:41 p.m., and was supported by Mr. Dunn. Motion carried 7 -0. V. ACTION ITEMS A. David & Lynn Mason, 6225 West Bald Eagle Blvd., Variance Ms. Wyland stated Mr. and Mrs. Mason have purchased the property at 6225 West Bald Eagle Blvd. and plan some extensive remodeling of the property. The matter is being presented to the Planning & Zoning Board because of Section 3, Subdivision 2, Non - Conforming Uses and Structures, Section B. 9 of the Zoning Ordinance. The non - conformity exists in the fact that the dwelling is too close to both Rolling Hills Drive and West Bald Eagle Blvd. The setback is approximately 14' from West Bald Eagle Blvd. and 10' from the paved portion of Rolling Hills Drive. The Mason's are requesting a variance to allow an expansion of the dwelling size even though they will not be increasing the setback non - conformity since they are building up, not out. The proposed expansion involves not only interior remodeling but a 1,118 square foot second story consisting of three bedrooms and two baths. Ms. Wyland indicated staff recommended approval of a variance to Section 3, Subdivision 2, B.9 of the City's Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Trehus asked if it is appropriate to make a recommendation to modify the language of the Zoning Ordinance as it may be too restrictive. Chair Schaps stated that could be discussed at a different time. He asked how long the road has been there. Mr. Mason indicated he did not know if the road or the house was there first. Mr. Robinson stated he believes the house was there before the road. Mr. Robinson made a MOTION to approve variance to Section 3, Subdivision 2, B.9 of the City's Zoning Ordinance, and was supported by Mr. Trehus. Motion carried 7 -0. Mr. Brixius stated that the wording of the Zoning Ordinance should be looked at. The City does not want to discourage residents from investing in their own property. Chair Schaps directed staff to submit a text amendment at the October, 1998, meeting. A public hearing will then be held in November, 1998. • •