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Mounds View Planning Commission September 15, 1999 Regular Meeting Page 5 Commissioner Kaden stated the water and snow would be directed to the front and back of the structures, and inquired if this might result in a problem for the mobile home community at the rear of the property. Mr. Johnson stated it would not, as it would be run off the back of the buildings into the drainage easement. He added the land slopes downward in this area, however, it slopes back up the other side, and it would be very unlikely to fill this area with enough water to reach the top of the hill at the rear of the property. Ericson added there would be 55 feet between the rear of the proposed garage and the property line. Chairperson Peterson inquired if there were tax consequences for combining two parcels. Ericson stated he believed that there were, and this would result in tax savings to the property owner. Commissioner Johnson stated this was correct, and would benefit the property owner. Commissioner Stevenson noted the four-foot variance request was not presently before the Commission for action. Ericson stated this was correct, as staff was not aware until this moment that the lot combination would not be a viable alternative. Commissioner Stevenson inquired if the matter should be formally tabled. Ericson stated this could be done, however, staff only required direction regarding what type of resolution the Commission would like staff to draft. He explained if the Planning Commission finds there is sufficient hardship, staff will draft a resolution of approval, and if not, a resolution denying the request for variance would 111 be prepared. Commissioner Miller commented she would like to see this matter go forward. Commissioner Johnson agreed. He added, in light of Mr. Hertenstein's comments, and the awards presented to Mr. Johnson by the Economic Development Commission for his efforts with the fourplexes, he believed the applicant deserves this. Chairperson Peterson commented the improvements Mr. Johnson has made are good, and he believed the proposal was appropriate. He noted there would be minimal disruption or negative impact with this proposal and, as long as the Fire Code requirements are met, this was a very good plan. Commissioner Kaden stated he viewed this as an improvement as well, as long as the Fire Code requirements are met. Commissioner Johnson noted the matter of the fence between the two-foot section of the buildings. Ericson stated this stipulation could be added to the resolution. MOTION/SECOND: Berke/Johnson. To Direct Staff to Prepare a Resolution Approving a Four-Foot Variance Request to Allow for a One-foot setback to Construct Two Three-Stall Garages to Service two Fourplexes at 2075 and 2081 Hillview Road, Stipulating that a Fence be Constructed Between the Structures for Security Purposes. Ayes— 8 Nays—0 Motion carried. 4110