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MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 541-98
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TO ALLOW AN OVERSIZED GARAGE FOR THOMAS LAMMI,
7858 LONG LAKE ROAD; MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NO. 516-98
WHEREAS, Thomas Lammi has applied for a conditional use permit to construct a 616
square foot addition to his garage 630 square-foot garage on property located at 7858 Long Lake
Road, zoned R-l, Single Family Residential, legally described as followed:
LOT 3 BLOCK 1, T. v. CONSTRUCTION, INC. ADDN,
RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA
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
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the dimensional requirements in Chapter
1104 the Zoning Code for this proposal have been met; and,
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.:
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, 7858 Long Lake Road, 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 are larger than the subject property although many of the lots
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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.
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(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.
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(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.
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Having this garage will allow for the property owner to store his collectable vehicles upon his own
property.
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 shall 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 seamless and uniform
building appearance with the existing garage and house.
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 sheds or accessory buildings shall be allowed on this iot.
5.
There shall be no vehicle access door on the west elevation of the addition.
Vehicle ingress/egress shall only be possible through the existing garage.
6.
The applicant shall enter into a development agreement with the City to ensure a
high quality of workmanship and timely completion of the development.
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 15th day of April, 1998.
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Jeny pe~ Chairperson
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