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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION JUNE 4, 2003 APPROVED district because of the significant road improvements that will be necessary on that site • when development occurs. • KELLER VARIANCE, 6206 RED MAPLE LANE, MICHAEL GROCHALA Community Development Director Grochala advised this issue was discussed at the last Council meeting. Mrs. Keller distributed a letter outlining the reason for the variance request. The letter also noted concerns with the City process and rules regarding variance requests. Community Development Director Grochala advised the staff report did include the recommendation for approval from the Planning and Zoning Board. He referred to the Findings of Fact and setback requirements indicating why staff is recommending denial. He read a letter from the City Attorney recommending a condition of approval in regard to the right-of-way. Community Development Director Grochala stated staff is very concerned about the proposed location of the septic system. He read a letter from the installer of the system that indicated a portion of the dike would be in the right-of-way. Therefore, another variance would be necessary. Mrs. Keller stated the current system is not failing but does need to be upgraded. Community Development Director Grochala stated he would be reviewing the location of the septic system with Pete Kluegel tomorrow. The house variance is a non -issue until the septic design issues are resolved. Staff will have a recommendation in the Friday update. The septic variance and house variance are two separate issues. Council can grant the house variance. The applicant will then have to design a septic system that meets all City requirements. This item will appear on the regular Council agenda Monday, June 9, 2003, 7:30 p.m. DRAINAGE ISSUES AT 6514 WHITE OAK LANE, MICHAEL GROCHALA, JIM STUDENSKI Community Development Director Grochala advised the drainage at this site has been an ongoing issue for at least a year. The resident has a transite heating system that is filling up with water. There were ongoing drainage issues with the property. Last fall staff rebuilt the drain tile. The resident believes poor drainage caused his water problems. Staff viewed the property on Tuesday. The heating system is actually lower than some of the drain tile. The resident is requested the City pay for new drain tile and moving the sump pump. Staff does not believe that the City bears responsibility for the water problems. Community Development Director Grochala advised the City Attorney has been very clear about the City not being responsible. The resident has indicated he is going to pursue legal action against the City.