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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Resolution 495-97 . e . MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 495-97 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDmONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN OVERSIZED GARAGE FOR TAMMY BELLAMY, 2185 PINEWOOD DRIVE; MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NO. 473-97 WHEREAS, Tammy Bellamy has applied for a conditional use permit to construct a 1,260 square foot garage on her property located at 2185 Pinewood Drive, zoned R-l, Single Family Residential, legally described as followed: LOT 32, BLOCK 8, PINEWOOD TERRACE NO.3 WHEREAS, The Mounds View Zoning Code allows, with a conditional use permit, up to 1,264 square feet of garage/accessory building on one lot; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed the following documents regarding this proposal: a. Planning Application b. Zoning Map c. Site Plans WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings that the dimensional requirements in the Zoning Code have been met: Required Provided Met/Not Met Garage Setbacks (Front) 70 feet 80 feet Met (Side) 5 feet 11 feet Met (Rear) 5 feet 49 feet Met Percent of Rear Yard <25% 21% Met Garage Width ~ 35 feet 8 feet Met Area of all Accessory Buildings: ~ 1,264 Sq. ft. 1,260 Sq. ft. Met WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings that possible adverse effects have been considered in its recommendation, as required by Section 1125.01 Subd. I.e.: . Planning Commission Resolution 495-97 March 5,1997 Page 2 1. Relationship with the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan encourages the development and maintenance of residential areas so as to improve the quality, appearance and attractiveness of housing units and residential property in general. The Comprehensive Plan designates this property, 2185 Pinewood Drive, low-density residential. This proposal does not conflict with the Comprehensive Plan. 2. The Geographical Area Involved. 4. The Character of the Surrounding Area The lots in this area are either the same size as the subject lot or are smaller. The homes in this area are of a similar style and construction, with detached or attached garages. Since 2185 Pinewood is a corner lot and also fronts County Road I, it has more visibility than the other homes in this area. Although the proposed garage is larger than is typical for the area, the placement of the garage hides the bulk of it from view from adjacent streets. 3. Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. e Removing the existing, one car garage and replacing it with a new, larger garage would be a benefit to the area in the sense that it is an upgrade to an existing building, and an improvement to the property. 5. The Demonstrated Need for Such a Use. The applicant has stated that this garage is needed to store vehicles used for racing, a hobby the residents partake in. Previously, the applicant was asked by the City to remove a large car carrier from their rear yard. Currently, the car carrier is in the front driveway because the existing garage is too small. A new, larger garage would enable the applicant to keep the car carrier and race cars inside, as well as other yard appliances. Keeping these items within the garage as opposed to outside will reduce the appearance of clutter on the property. WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings regarding the criteria for approval of a conditional use permit, as required by Section 1125.01 Subd. 3. b.: . (1) The use will not create an excessive burden on existing parks, schools, streets and other public facilities and utilities which serve or are proposed to serve the area. (7) The use will not cause traffic hazards or congestion. (8) Adequate utilities, access roads, drainage and necessary facilities have been or will be provided. The construction of an oversized garage to replace an existing garage will not create a greater impact on existing public facilities or services, on utilities or access roads, nor will it . Planning Commission Resolution 495-97 March 5, 1997 Page 3 create an appreciable 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 zoned or used land so that existing homes will not be depreciated in value and there will be no deterrence to development of vacant land. (3) The structure and site shall have an appearance that will not have an adverse effect upon adjacent residential properties. The placement of the garage so that the bulk of the structure is hidden from street view will provide adequate screening, and will preserve the residential character of the neighborhood. The adjacent neighbors have no objection to the proposal. (4) The use, in the opinion of the City Council, is reasonably related to the overall needs of the City and to the existing land use. (5) The use is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Code and the purposes of the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. (6) 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. Having this garage will allow for the property to be kept in better order and for storage oflarger-than-typical equipment. Improving neighborhoods by enclosing stored items is beneficial to the community and consistent with community goals. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View Planning Commission recommends approval of the conditional use permit with the following stipulations: 1. The conditional use permit be recorded with Ramsey County within 60 days of City Council approval, and a receipt of such recording shall be provided to the City of Mounds View. 2. The garage shall be designed and maintained to provide a uniform building appearance with the dwelling unit. 3. The garage shall not be used for living space or other uses not allowed by the district in which it is located or by the Zoning Code. Notwithstanding allowances in the Zoning Code, the oversized garage shall not be used for a repair business whether or not such use would qualify as a home occupation. Should the use change for which the permit was granted, the conditional use permit shall become null and void. . 4. The garage shall be situated parallel to the home such that it maintains a consistent distance from the side of the home closest to the garage and not be set at an angle. . . . Planning Commission Resolution 495-97 March 5, 1997 Page 4 5. No other accessory buildings shall be allowed on this lot. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Planning Commission directs staff to forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 5th day of March, 1997. ~~ JefIY pethhairperson ATTEST: -~~ Pamela Sheldon, Community Development Director (SEAL) N :\DAT A\USERS\P AMS\SHARE\DEVCASES\473-97\473-97PC.RES