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,� _ � .� a : _ _ _ ,f . ��_—�__ 1��_ ��} '�=�.,.: - - ---_---- -- - - _. ,. _ �' - .. 6�--- - -_ - - -- _�-�-= __: _. _ - _ Kleinschmidt CLTP April 5, 2000 Page 2 of 2 consider possible adverse effects of the proposed conditional use. The findings of the Planning Commission shall be based upon, but not limited to, the following factors: • Relationship with the Comprehensive Plan. • The Geographical Arecr Involved • Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. • The Character of the Surrounding Area . 'L'he demonstrated need for seich a use. The Comprehensive Plan encourages the development and maintenance of residential areas so as to improve the quality, appearance and attractiveness of housing units and residential property in general. The Comprehensive Plan designates this property, 8038 Long Lake Road, low-density residential. Almost every lot in this area of Mounds View is the same size as the subject property. There is a good mix of housing styles in the area, though most are older 1'/2-story homes with detached garages. The two existing sheds on the subject property are too small to effectively store the owner's motorcycles and snowmobiles and other equipment which prompted the requesC for the larger shed. Given the size of the lot and the number of mature evergreens, it is not believed that the construction of the proposed 400 square-foot shed would depreciate the neighborhood in any way. This proposal does not conflict with the Comprehensive Plan and would fit with the general character of the neighborhood. Staff performed an on-site inspection of the property on March 29, 2000, and observed that the back yard is quite large with many mature evergreens at the periphery of the back yard. While the trees would not completely block view of the proposed shed from neighboring properties, staff would contend that in conjunction with the separation of distance, the shed would be sufficiently screened and would not pose a detriment to adjacent properties. The addition of the shed would provide for interior storage of recreational vehicles and equipment that might otherwise be stored outside on the subject property. In sta#is opinion, the property would benefit from this proposed improvement. Recommendation: Given the above findings and the fact that proposal would meet all applicable requirements of the City Code, staff is recommending that the Planning Commission approve Resolution 616-00, a resolution recommending to the City Council approval of this conditional use permit request, subject to stipulations. James Ericson, Planner Attachments: 1. Dcvelopment Application 2. Zoning Map 3. Site Plan 4. PhoCo Documentation 5. Resolulion 614-00