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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Resolution 506-97 . . . MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 506-97 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN OVERSIZED GARAGE FOR KENNETH NEWCOMBE, 7150 KNOLLWOOD DRIVE; MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NO. 480-97 WHEREAS, Kenneth Newcombe has applied for a conditional use permit to construct a 1,264 square-foot garage on his property located at 7150 Knollwood Drive, zoned R-l, Single Family Residential, legally described as followed: LOT 22, KNOLL WOOD PARK, RAMSEY COUNTY 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 Plan d. Building Plan e. Photo Documentation WHEREAS, the Planning Commission makes the following findings that the dimensional requirements in the Zoning Code have been met: Garage Setbacks (Front) (Side) (Rear) Percent of Rear Yard Garage Width Area of all Accessory Buildings: Required 11 0 feet 5 feet 5 feet <25% ~ 35 feet ~ 1,264 Sq. ft. Provided 150 feet 8 feet 410 feet 2.5% 32 feet 1,264 Sq. ft. MetINot Met Met Met Met Met Met 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. 1. e, : . . . Planning Commission Resolution 506-97 May 21, 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, 7150 Knollwood 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 majority of the lots in this area exceed one acre like the subject property although some of the lots fronting nearby W oodale Drive are smaller parcels. While the proposed garage is larger than what is typical for this area, the placement of the garage behind the home hides the bulk of it from Knollwood Drive. The garage would be screened from the neighbors to the south by trees on the subject property. There will be no screening from property owners to the north. 3. Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. Removing the existing accessory building and replacing it with a large, new garage would be a benefit to the area in the sense that it is an improvement to the property. 5. The demonstrated need for such a use. The applicant has indicated that they own many vehicles that currently are parked outdside. In addition to vehicles, the applicant would plan on storing a riding lawn mower and other assorted garden and yard equipment within the garage. 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 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 necessaI)' facilities have been or will be provided. 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. . . . Planning Commission Resolution 506-97 May 21, 1997 Page 3 (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 garage will be in full view of the adjoining property to the north. (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. 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. Should the use change for which the permit was granted, the conditional use permit shall become null and void, 4. No other accessory buildings shall be allowed on this lot. 5. The applicant shall remove accumulations of cans, buckets, brush and barrels from the property prior to City Council approval of this CUP request. . . . , . Planning Commission Resolution 506-97 May 21, 1997 Page 4 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 21st day of May, 1997. ATTEST: (SEAL) N :\DA T A\USERSIP AMS\SHARE\DEVCASES\480-97\S06-97PC,RES ~p~ Jerry Petersob{ Ch rperson ,r~t~ Pamela ' Sheldon, Community Development Director