Planning Commission Resolution 541-98

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. . . Planning Commission Resolution 541-98 April 15,1998 Page 2 across Long Lake Road are smaller parcels. While the proposed garage is larger than what is typical for this area, the placement of the garage addition behind the home hides it from Long Lake Road. The garage would be visible only to the three adjoin~g properties. Staff has spoken to two of the three neighboring property owners, who do not foresce a problem with the addition. 3. Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. This addition will serve to increase thc subject property's value without negatively impacting the values of the neighboring propcrties. 5. The demonstrated need/or such a use. Thc applicant has indicated that they own antique and classic vehicles that are currently parked in different locations across the metro area. With the applicant's everyday-use vehicles there is no room in the garage or driveway for the other vehiclcs owned by the applicant. The size requested is the minimum needed to satisfy the applicant's needs. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings regarding the criteria for approval ofa conditional use permit, as required by Section 1125.01 Subd. 3.b.: (1) The use will not crcate an excessive burden on existing parks, schools, streets and other public facilitics and utilities which serve or are proposed to serve the area. The use will not cause traffic hazards or congestion. Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and necessary facilities have been or will be provided. (7) (8) The construction of an oversized garage will not create a greater impact on existing public facilities or services, on utilities or access roads, nor will it create an increase in traffic on adjacent streets. The increase in runoff from the larger structure is not significant and will not affect the drainage system. (2) The use will be sufficiently compatible or separated by distance or screening from adjacent residentially zoncd or used land so that existing homes will not be depreciated in value and there will be no dcterrcnce to developmcnt of vacant land. (3) The structure and site shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent residcntial properties. The placement of the garage addition so that the structure is hidden from street view will provide adequate screening, and will preserve the residential character of the neighborhood. The garage addition, will however, be in full vicw of the thrce adjoining properties. (4) (5) (6) The use, in the opinion of the City Council, is rcasonably related to the overall needs of the City and to the existing land use. The use is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intcnds tJ locate the proposed use. The use is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan of the City. Garages are typical uses in residential areas, and allow for storage of vehicles and other equipment.