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Mounds View Planning Commission September 6, 2000 Regular Meeting Page 3 lot and is setback 24 feet from Edgewood Drive. The proposed addition would match the existing building and roof lines to maximize interior functionality and for aesthetic appeal. For the Planning Commission to act favorably, there must be a demonstrated hardship or practical difficulty associated with the property that makes a literal interpretation of the Code overly burdensome or restrictive to a property owner. State statutes require that the governing body review a set of specified criteria for each application and make its decision in accordance with these criteria. These criteria are set forth in Section 1125.02, Subdivision 2, of the City Code. The Code clearly states that a hardship exists when all of the criteria are met. Planner Ericson presented the seven criteria and Staff’s response to each as outlined in his report. He explained that according to the City Code, all of the preceding criteria shall be satisfied in order to justify the granting of a variance. He indicated that it appears to Staff that in this case all requirements are met and that a hardship does exist. Staff is recommending that the Planning Commission approve Resolution 631-00, a resolution approving a variance for a reduced front yard setback to allow for the construction of a 308 square-foot addition at 8141 Edgewood Drive, as requested by Craig Walters. Chairperson Peterson opened the public hearing at 7:08 p.m. The applicant did not add any comments. Mike Doss of 2416 Laporte stated he lives just north of the applicant and asked why there was a need for the variance. He indicated that he and the other neighbors feel that this process is a waste of time and money and they support the project. He also asked why the house was not “grandfathered in” under the old Code. Chairperson Peterson explained that the house is grandfathered in under City Code but any proposed changes to the structure would have to comply with current Code and that is why the variance is required. He then went on to state that he agreed the process may appear a bit unnecessary in this instance. Commissioner Miller indicated that she sees no problem granting the variance as the house existed prior to adoption of the new Code. She then requested that Staff change the resolution to correct the typographical errors indicated. Chairperson Peterson indicated that he sees no problem with granting the variance request. Chairperson Peterson closed the public hearing at 7:13 p.m. MOTION/SECOND: Stevenson/Berke to approve Resolution 631-00, a Resolution Approving a Variance for a Reduced Front Yard Setback to Allow for the Construction of a 308 square-foot Addition at 8141 Edgewood Drive, as requested by Craig Walters. Ayes – 6 Nays - 0 Motion carried. 6. Planning Case No. VR00-006