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Mounds View Planning Commission July 10, 2019 Regular Meeting Page 2 ________________________________________________________________________ 5. Planning Cases A. Public Hearing: Resolution 1102-19, Approval of a Variance to allow the combined square footage of accessory buildings in a rear yard to exceed 20%; and Variance to reduce the front yard setback for a detached garage for property at 2832 Sherwood Road (Planning Case VR2019-001). Community Development Director Sevald stated the property is located at the southeast corner of Sherwood Road and Groveland Road, subject to having two front yards. The lot is non- conforming because its size (9,470 square feet) is less than the 12,500 square feet required under the current City Code for a corner lot. The house is nonconforming because it is set back about 22’ from the Groveland Road property line, whereas a minimum 30’ is required. The City Code allows up to 20% of a rear yard to consist of Accessory Buildings. The proposed garage and breezeway are accessory buildings, and together will be 25%. The proposed 24’ X 28’ garage will be located in the rear yard. The front of the garage will be set back 22’, the same as the house, requiring a Variance to reduce the setback from 30’ to 22’. Staff recommended the Planning Commission hold a public hearing and approve the Variance as requested. Chair Stevenson opened the public hearing at 7:03 p.m. Chair Stevenson closed the public hearing at 7:04 p.m. Commissioner Monn asked if the proposed garage was taller than the home. Community Development Director Sevald explained the maximum height for a detached garage is 18’. Commissioner Monn questioned if the garage would be the same color as the house. Marsha Anderson, 2832 Sherwood Road, indicated the garage and house would be the same color. She reported the plans for the garage had not been finalized but noted she would be working on this if the variance is approved. Commissioner Monn inquired if the shed would be removed. Ms. Anderson stated the shed would be removed after the garage is built. MOTION/SECOND: Commissioner Nelson/Commissioner Rundle. To approve Resolution 1102-19, a Resolution Approving a Variance to allow the combined square footage of accessory buildings in a rear yard to exceed 20%; and Variance to reduce the front yard setback for a detached garage for property at 2832 Sherwood Road (Planning Case VR2019-001). Ayes – 5 Nays – 0 Motion carried. _____________________________________________________________________________ B. Resolution 1104-19, Review of an Administrative Variance to Reduce the Side Yard Setback from 5’ to 3’ for a Driveway, for Property located at 8405 Red Oak Drive (Planning Case AV2019-001).