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Mounds View Planning Commission February 2, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 3 Chairperson Peterson inquired if there was any further information regarding the wetland delineation. Community Development Director Jopke stated no. He indicated many questions remain with regard to the proposal, and it would be appropriate for the Planning Commission to deny this particular request. He pointed out that the applicant was examining the possibility of some minor subdivision of the property, which could eliminate the need for a variance, depending upon how this is done, and where the house would be located. Commissioner Johnson stated this was a situation where the neighboring property owner was also considering subdividing and building houses in this area. He advised that if this item were approved, it would affect the potential improvement of Faber Street, and whether or not those houses could be constructed. Community Development Director Jopke stated this was correct, adding that much of this related to the adjacent property owner’s ability to obtain proper access into the property. Commissioner Johnson explained that if Faber Street was ever improved, and this variance request was approved, the proposed home would be located in too close a proximity to Faber Street to allow for proper access. MOTION/SECOND: Johnson/Kaden. To Approve Mounds View Planning Commission Resolution No. 601-00, a Resolution Denying a Variance from Section 1104.01, Subd. 4, of the Mounds view Zoning Code Pertaining to Setbacks to Allow for a Reduced Sideyard Setback for a Proposed House at 2442 Laport Drive; Planning Case No. 578-99, as corrected. Ayes – 8 Nays – 0 Motion carried. Commissioner Stevenson pointed out that although the resolution is approved, this action denies the variance request. Chairperson Peterson stated this was correct. He indicated that this denial was not based so much upon a lack of merit in this case, but rather, because there was not sufficient information available with which to proceed, and by State Statute, if action is not taken within a certain time period, the matter is automatically approved. 6. Annual Review of Planning Commission Bylaws. Community Development Director Jopke stated the Planning Commission Bylaws indicate that each year, at the first regular meeting in February, the Planning Commission is required to review the Bylaws, and make any changes they feel are necessary. He indicated staff has provided a copy of the Bylaws for the Commission’s review.