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Resolution No. 5098 (Option#3) Planning Case No. 473-97, Oversized Garage CUP March 24, 1997 Page 3 larger structure is not significant and will not affect the drainage system. (2) The use will be sufficiently compatible or separated by distance or screening from adjacent residentially zoned or used land so that existing homes will not be depreciated in value and there will be no deterrence to development of vacant land. (3) The structure and site shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent residential properties. The proposed garage is expected to stand out in sharp contrast to the surrounding homes and garages. The character of this area is one of small homes, small garages on small lots. The City has received complaints from neighboring property owners objecting to this project. A smaller garage, perhaps 24 x 36 feet, would be more readily acceptable to neighbors. (4) The use, in the opinion of the City Council, is reasonably related to the overall needs of the City and to the existing land use. (5) The use is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. (6) The use is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan of the City. • Garages are permitted accessory uses in residential areas and allow for the indoor, sheltered storage of vehicles and other equipment. A larger garage would allow the property owner to keep more yard equipment and other things stored inside which would reduce exterior clutter. A garage of this size, however, in this neighborhood would seem to c t lictt with the Comp Plan relating to compatibility with the surrounding area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council recommends denial of the conditional use permit based upon the following findings of fact: 1. The proposed garage would be almost twice the size of the principal structure.. 2. The applicant's car hauler can fit into a garage with a 36-foot depth. 3. The adjacent and neighboring property owners are opposed to the project. 4. A standard width for a two-car garage is 24 feet. 5. The garage would not be compatible with surrounding homes and garages. 6. The garage would not be adequately screened or separated from adjacent properties. •