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Mounds View Planning Commission April 5, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 11 Commissioner Johnson stated he would like to see some comments pertaining to the sight lines included in the granting of this item, as this was a major consideration. He indicated this was a point of much discussion at the previous meeting, and had the sight lines been altered, he would not be leaning toward approving this request. Commissioner Berke concurred. He stated he was leaning toward approval as well, in light of the sight lines and the manner in which the block curves inward on the front yard variance. He indicated this creates a hardship on the applicant, adding that particularly in light of the backyard siting of the garage, he did not see a problem. Commissioner Laube stated he believed that the Commission should approve the request, and should also examine the extension of the driveway, if the applicant so desires, as the Code has recently been amended to allow for a 12-foot extension of the driveway along the side of the garage. Chairperson Peterson stated he did not believe this applied to corner lots. Commissioner Laube advised that corner lots were not specifically addressed in the ordinance. Planning Associate Ericson stated there is no requirement for driveway setbacks from the front property line. Commissioner Johnson pointed out several typographical errors within the body of the resolution. Planning Associate Ericson indicated the errors would be corrected. He suggested a “WHEREAS” clause be added to the resolution to indicate “The Planning Commission has reviewed the sight line issues, “ and an eighth finding of fact to indicate “The Planning Commission finds that the sight lines and safety issues would not be impaired by the granting of this variance.” MOTION//SECOND: Laube/Johnson. To Approve Mounds View Planning Commission Resolution No. 612-00, a Resolution Approving a Variance from Section 1104.01, Subd. 4, of the Mounds View Zoning Code Pertaining to Setbacks to Allow for a Reduced Front Yard, Corner-lot Setback for a Garage Expansion at 2741 Hodges Lane, Mounds View Planning Case VR00-001, as Amended. Ayes – 7 Nays – 1 (Peterson) The motion carried. Chairperson Peterson stated his reason for opposing this motion is that he does not believe the hardship requirement is met. 7. Planning Case CU00-002 Property Involved: 2159 Terrace Drive. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 614-00, a Resolution Recommending Approval of a Conditional Use Permit to Allow for the Construction of a 256-square foot Oversized Shed. Applicant: Robert Kleinschmidt