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LAKE ELMO CITY CCtINCIL MEETING, JUNE 179 1980 -5- Larson Variance - Pott reitterated his position, based on his previous motion, that the lot size meet 1001/6 of the average in order to be approved. Although, this is within 194 it does not meet the average. Pott moved, seconded by Novak, to deny the lot size variance ;for Steven Larson, based on the lot size in comparison to built -on lots in the area. Discussions 11r. Larson stated that in the opinion of the City Attorney this was a previously platted buildable site, and lot size is an indefensible position. Mottaz stated that the Engineer's figures belpg so close, there was stillroanfor error on the percent of accuracy. Armstrong stated there is a hardship based on size; and, that the septic and drainfield questions have been satisfactorily answered; and, this lot is larger than several in the plat. Novak asked why the Larson lot was considered in determining the average? Recalculation determined Larson's lot meets 82.4% of the average. Mr. Larson reitterated that the housais designed for the lot and its limitations. Mottaz stated the 82,11% of the average poses a much greater variance from the policy than 98,8'0. Motion carried 4-0-1, Armstrong abstaining, Armstrong is divided on the question since the sewer questions have been answered, yet the City policy has to be considered. Morgan qualified his nay by saying heetoo,is divided on this particular question due to the circumstances brought out during discussion, but at some point the Council has to draw the line and follow its guidelines and policies. Lot size was the Council's basis for denial, Mr. Larson stated he was contacted by the Building Inspector and he stated he would recommend approval of this variance, as would the City Engineer, This was verbal. Neither official was present at the meeting. B. Easement and Management of 1005 - Armstrong moved, seconded by Mottaz, to appoint Dave Morgan to the Valley Branch 1005 Committee. Motion carried Morgan abstaining. The Administrator will write Valley Branch stating the City wants them to begin construction of the bridges over the ski trails. C. Lake Elmo Outlet - Councilman Pott suggested the City adopt a general maintenance policy for Lake Elmo, Eagle Point, and Tartan Park Lakes, stating the City will maintain the outlet semi-annually from Lake Elmo so it is not restricted. Presently, there is eight to nine inches of silt in the entrance to the culvert. The Administrator suggested contacting the County and getting permission for this type of work by the City. The � policy should also state the City will minimize the water impact on Tartan Park and maintain the elevation of Lake Elmo at the outlet elevation by storing the water upstream on Eagle Point, within the limits of the DNR permit. The Maintenance Department will be governed by this policy. The Administrator will draft a policy for Council review. It will include the water level limitations of the DNR permits. An operating permit will still. need to be secured from DNR, The Council agreed to include the Horseshoe Lake outlet, D. Civil Defense Sirens - The Council reviewed the cost of sirens .for the Tri-Lakes and Cimarron areas. There is no Federal, State or City money available for these purchases. The Council instructed the Administrator to contact the Cimarron homeowners Association and the Tri-Lake Association; and, see if they would be willing to purchase this equipment.