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Mounds View Planning Commission June 20, 2001 Regular Meeting Page 12 ________________________________________________________________________ MOTION/SECOND: Stevenson/Zwirn. To Approve Resolution 661-01, a Resolution Denying a Request for a Variance to Allow a Second Curb Cut at 8081 Red Oak Drive. Community Development Director Ericson noted the Resolution, if approved, will require a further stipulation that the right of way and boulevard area needs to be restored. Commissioner Johnson asked if the proposed driveway was Class 5 or asphalt. Director Ericson indicated that Class 5 driveways are no longer allowed by City code but noted a parking area of 300 square feet or less of Class 5 is allowed. Commissioner Johnson clarified that the grass on the boulevard would need to be restored but noted the Class 5 could be left in place for a parking area. Director Ericson indicated a permit would be required but noted the area could be used for a parking area. Chair Stevenson clarified that five (5) feet of the boulevard and the curb cut would need to be replaced if the Class 5 were used for a parking area. Director Ericson noted the Resolution would be amended to require that a permit be obtained and all City codes complied with. Ayes – 2 Nays – 4(Hegland/Kaden/Scotch/Johnson) Motion failed. Chair Stevenson asked the Commission if it wanted to direct Staff to bring a Resolution for approval of the variance before the Commission at the next meeting. Director Ericson noted the next Planning Commission meeting would be held on July 18, 2001. Commissioner Kaden asked Director Ericson to comment on the public safety aspect of the hardship requirement. Director Ericson noted that the Planning Commission could give added weight to the safety issue and can add that to the hardship but noted the Commission still needed to establish that there is a hardship. Commissioner Kaden asked if the Planning Commission should make a change to the City code for future situations. Director Ericson noted that the Planning Commission can suggest changes to the Code at any time it feels it is appropriate. Commissioner Johnson noted the new curb cut would need to be in compliance with City code.