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COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 2000 3. That the hardship is not due to economic considerations alone and when a reasonable use for that property exists under the terms of the ordinance. 4. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that would be denied by this ordinance to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district. 5. That the proposed actions will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. In reviewing the Variance Criteria above, staff commented that a large maple tree exists directly behind the north/east corner of the proposed additional creating a physical circumstance unique to the property. Mr. Nelson would like to minimize disturbance to this tree and has located his garage approximately 16' from the tree. The City's Environmental Specialist has inspected the site and determined that locating the garage 10' from the tree will minimize impact to the root system of the tree. Staff suggested moving the proposed addition north to within 10' of the maple tree to minimize the requested variance. Staff commented that the existing right of way for Mustang L roadway. This leaves a boulevard of 17'. The typical reside way. This 66' right-of-way was dedicated to the City p Staff recommended approval of the variance re Board reviewed this request at their April Variance with the conditions recomm 2' constructed is 15' on a 60' right-of- ent of the 60' requirement. onditions. The Planning and Zoning g and recommended approval of the ,: Council Member Carlson ve ' � �� siz of the garage will not change if the variance is granted. Staff advised the size of th wi°_ of change. Council Member Rei a °'' o approve variance as requested based on the following conditions: 1. The prop ed addition be located 10' south of the existing maple tree to minimize the variance required on the south/east corner. 2. The variance at the south/east corner be no more than 3.5 feet. 3. The proposed addition be sided to match the existing house & garage. Council Member Dahl seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Subdivision 62nd Street, Rick Carlson (3/5 Vote Required), Mary Kay Wyland — Upon adoption of the agenda, this item was postponed until May 8, 2000. PUBLIC HEARING, Apollo Drive Phase 4 Improvements, John Powell — Staff advised on April 10, 2000, the City Council accepted a feasibility study and called for a public hearing for April 24, • •