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• • COUNCIL MINUTES MAY 27, 1997 for sale to ACCAP. ACCAP received this home as a donation and plans to make it available to a low- or moderate -income first time homebuyer. The proceeds from the sale of this lot to ACCAP will be directed to the City's Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) for their use. Ms. Wyland advised the property in question is zoned R-1 and indicated as residential on the City's Land Use Map. The home can be located on the lot so as to meet the setback requirements as can the proposed detached garage which is proposed due to the house construction with windows and an entry located on the north side. Utilities will be provided to this property across Sunset Avenue from Blaine. Ms. Wyland advised the City's Building Inspector has inspected this dwelling and indicated it is structurally sound. Also, the building design and age should blend in with the character of the existing neighborhood and will enhance the value of the site. He has indicated that with some minor improvements, the home can conform to existing City and State requirements. A new foundation will be required including some plumbing, electrical, and heating work. Ms. Wyland indicated the Planning and Zoning Board unanimously voted to approve this site plan with conditions and Staff recommends approval of this relocation with the following conditions: 1. Proper building permits be obtained prior to any construction to insure all improvements meet State and City code. 2. Sewer and water utilities be extended to serve the site. 3. A hard -surfaced driveway be provided subject to the review and approval of the City Engineer. 4. The structure conform to all setback requirements. 5. One tree be provided in the front yard, subject to review and approval of the City Forester. 6. Other conditions as imposed. Council Member Kuether noted that other homes have had to construct an attached garage. Ms. Wyland advised the Code is designed for new construction and there are homes in this neighborhood which also have detached garages. She explained that attaching a garage to this particular house would greatly detract from the aesthetics of the house. Mr. Schumacher inquired whether the requirements will be the responsibility of ACCAP or the new homeowner Ms. Wyland advised ACCAP would be required to meet those conditions prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the site plan review for Anoka County Community Action Program to allow a home to be moved into the City on Lot 4, Block 3, Lexington Park Lakeview, subject to the six conditions as presented. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of Minor Subdivision, Craig Severson, 8134 East Rondeau Lake Road - Ms. Wyland explained the Planning and Zoning Board approved a minor subdivision for Mr. Alan Donat at 8134 West Rondeau Lake Drive in June of 1996. Since that time, Mr. Donat sold the entire parcel. 16+ acres to Craig Severson. However, neither Mr. Donat or Mr. Severson PAGI. 14