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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPlanning Commission Resolution 554-98 . . . . '. " MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 554-98 CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW AN OVERSIZED GARAGE AT 2185 PINEWOOD DRIVE REQUESTED BY TAMMY BELLAMY; MOUNDS VIEW PLANNING CASE NO. 531-98 WHEREAS, Tammy Bellamy has applied for a conditional use permit to construct a 1,008 square foot garage on property located at 2185 Pinewood Drive; and, WHEREAS, 2185 Pinewood drive is zoned R-I, Single Family Residential, and legally described as followed: Lot 32, Block 8, Pinewootl Terrace No 3 Ramsey County, Minnesotll 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. Location Map d. Existing and Proposed Site Plans e. Area "Building Footprint" Diagram 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 1125.0 I Subd. 1. e.: I. 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, 100v-density residential. This proposal does not conflict with the Comprehensive Plan. . . . . Planning Commission Resolution 554-98 September 2, 1998 Page 2 2. 'l71e Geographical Area Involved. 4. The Character of the ,f.,'urrounding Area The subject parcel is of the same size or larger than most of the lots within a two block radius. The building footprint diagram clearly shows that in this area of the City, there already appears to be garages as large as what is proposcd at 2185 Pinewood Drive, somc of which larger than their principal structures, again as would be the case at 2185 Pinewood Drive. 3. Whether such use will tend to or actually depreciate the area in which it is proposed. There is no reason to believe that a 1,008 square-foot garage \vould negatively impact the property values of the subject property or those adjacent to it. The case could be made that with ample storage space within the garage, there would be fewer vehicles parked outside and less clutter about the property. This type oftransfonnation could result in a positive effect to the neighboring properties. 5. 'l7w demonstrated need j()r such a use. The applicant has multiple vehicles and owns and operates a race car as a hobby, and has a car hauler upon which to transport the vehicle. The car hauler does not currently fit into the existing garage, and thus is kept outside in full view of the neighborhood and vehicles passing by on County Road I. Constructing the garage as proposed would allow the car hauler and the race car to be stored inside. 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 necessary 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 nmofffrom the larger structure is not significant and will not affect the drainage system. (2) The use will be sufficicntly compatible or separated by distance or screcning 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 would be such that the bulk of the structure would be hidden from street view and shielded by mature trees in front and privacy fences on either Side. This will providc adequate screening, and will preserve the residential character of the neighborhood. . : . Planning Conmlission Resolution 554-98 September 2, 1998 Page 3 (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 purposcs of the Zoning Code and the purposcs o[the zoning district in which the applicant intends to locate the proposed use. (6) The use is not in conflict with the Comprehensive Plan o[the City. Garages are typical uses in residential arcas, and allow for storagc of vehicles and other equipmcnt. Having this garage will allow for thc property O\vncr to store ,'ehicles, a car hauler and a race car in thc garage instead of out in the open. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED tHat the Mounds View Planning Commission I recommends approval of the conditional use permit to allow a 1,008 square-foot garage at 2185 Pinewood Drive with the following stipulations: 1. The conditional use permit shall be recoraed 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 house. I 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. I 4. No other sheds or accessory buildings sh~ll be allowed on this lot. 5. The driveway leading to the garage shall be improved with a permanent surface material of either concrete or asphalt in conjunction with the construction of the garage. If occupancy of the garage is to occur prior to the driveway's improvement, the applicant shall submit a letter or credit or performance bond in an amount equivalent to the valuation of the work yet to be completed, as estimated by the Community Development Director. 6. Upon the completion of the garage, exterior storage of materials and other items as outlined in Section 607.03 of the Mounds View Nuisance Code shall cease to exist. 7, All vehicles parked at the property shall be parked either upon the driveway's improved surface or within the garage. At not time shall a vehicle be allowed to park upon the grass or off of the improved surface. Any violations of this shall result in the issuance of Ramsey County Court Citations. 8. The applicant shall install a section of privacy fence between the garage and the west property line, tying into the existing privacy fence installed by the adjacent property owner. . ' e .- . . ., Planning Commission Resolution 554-98 September 2, 1998 Page 4 BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the Planning Commission directs statfto forward this resolution to the City Council prior to approval of the minutes. Adopted this 2nd day of September, 1998. ATTEST: (SEAL) N :;.o,\T;\\(iROl:I'S',{:()I\IDEV' DEVC ASES\531-98\554-98PC.RES ~f.L- Jerry te on, Chairperson a .-" unity Development Director