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COUNCIL MINUTES JANUARY 8,2001 PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT REPORT, DAVE PECCHIA There was no Public Safety Department report. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT REPORT;. Resolution No. 01— 02, Variance Request by Chris Lyden, 6275 Holly Driye, J ;�ff Smyser (3/5 Vote Required) — Staff presented the application by explaining Chris Lyden owns4.07 acres of Vo q ) P property, zoned rural, at 6275 Holly Drive. Since the ordinance requires a minimum of ten acres in the rural zoning district, this property is a pre- existing non - conforming lot of record. Mr. Lyden would like to construct a 34 -foot by 64 -foot pole barn on the property using metal siding and roofing material. The Zoning Ordinance specifically prohibits metal siding and roofing material on properties less that five (5) acres in size. The proposed construction will meet the square footage requirement and setback requirements. Staff reviewed the findings of fact that need to be met for variance consideration and indicated staff does not believe this variance criteria can be met in this case since Mr. Lyden can construct a wood frame building, on footings without a slab, that would have a similar effect to a post frame building, although it would be more costly. Staff advised it has received numerous requests for such construction and always discouraged the variance procedure because in most cases, the requests were based on the additional construction costs. 11 Staff presented its analysis of the request, noting the applicant has described his hardship as follows: 1. Pole barn type construction is preferable for this property due to questionable soils. 2. Pole barn type construction, without a cement floor, is necessary to preserve 1958 mid- engine all wood day cruiser due to moisture factors. 3. Pole barn type construction will reduce threat of loss from grass fires. Staff noted the adjoining property owners have indicated no objections to the variance request. Mayor Bergeson inquired about the recommendation from the Planning and Zoning Board. Staff advised the Planning and Zoning Board reviewed this item at their December 2000 meeting. Mr. Rafferty made a motion to approve the variance and was supported by Ms. Lane. Motion failed with 3 ayes, 3 nays, and 1 abstain. Council Member Carlson referred to the Findings of Fact. She inquired about how the City should handle the Findings of Fact that are not met on the resolution itself. The City Attorney advised the Findings of Fact that are not met should be noted on the resolution.