HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 10012 - 2024/11/25RESOLUTION No. 10012
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A GARAGE ADDITION AT 6951 KNOLLWOOD DRIVE
WHEREAS, Wayne Spiering("Owner") owns the residential property at 6951 Knollwood Drive,
zoned R-1 Single Family Residential; and,
WHEREAS, the property consists of a house and detached garage. The square footage of the
existing detached garage is approximately 942 square feet. The applicant proposes an addition to the
garage, resulting in a 1,338-square-foot structure; and,
WHEREAS, Mounds View Zoning Code standards allow an accessory building of more than 952
square feet only with a conditional use permit ("CUP"); and,
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Planning Commission reviewed the requested garage addition
project and has considered the code requirements and pertinent issues involved in the request, made
findings of fact and recommends approval via its resolution of the request for a CUP.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mounds View City Council ("City Council") hereby
approves the conditional use permit for a 20-foot by 24-foot, 480-square-foot garage addition on the
property at 6951 Knollwood Drive, resulting in a total garage structure of 1,338 square feet, as submitted
by the applicant on survey drawings from E.G. Rud & Sons, Inc. dated 9-23-24, with revised dimensions by
the applicant at the Planning Commission meeting of November 6, 2024, subject to the following findings,
conditions and requirements:
Section 1. Findings of Fact for Approval. The City Council hereby makes the following findings of fact:
1) Wayne Spiering owns the residential property at 6951 Knollwood Drive.
2) The property consists of a house and detached garage. The square footage of the existing
detached garage is approximately 942 square feet. The applicant proposes an addition to the
garage, resulting in a 1,338-square-foot structure.
3) Mounds View Zoning Code standards allow an accessory building of more than 952 square feet
only with a conditional use permit.
4) The requested garage addition will not significantly impact surrounding properties and meets the
standards for approval of a conditional use permit in Section 160.087 of the Mounds View Zoning
Code.
Section 2. Approval of the CUP. The City Council hereby approves the CUP based on the written findings
in this resolution and subject to the following conditions:
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1) The proposed modification to the accessory building conforms with §§ 160.028 and 160.087(A) of
the zoning code.
2) The garage addition will be compatible in appearance with the existing garage ensuring a uniform
appearance on the property.
3) The accessory building will be a permanent structure with foundation matching the existing garage.
4) The garage and addition will only be used for storage and related activities, not for living.
5) The City Council's approval of the CUP set forth in this resolution is contingent on any further
requirements thereof.
6) The Owner must address all CUP -related comments of City staff.
7) The Mayor, City Administrator, City Attorney and City Engineer are authorized to make and approve
final revisions to the CUP necessary to carry out the intent of this resolution.
Section 3. Findings and incorporation of recitals and exhibits. The recitals and exhibits are incorporated
in this resolution and along with the additional sections set forth in this resolution, constitute the City
Council's written findings.
Section 4. Authorization to take additional steps. The City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor, City
Administrator, City Staff, and the City's Consultants to take any additional steps and actions necessary or
convenient to accomplish the intent of this resolution.
Section 5. Authorization to execute documents. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the
Mayor and the City Administrator to take all necessary actions and execute all appropriate documents to
effectuate the approvals contemplated by this resolution.
Section 6. Effective date. This resolution shall become effective immediately upon Its passage and
without publication.
Adopted this 25th day of November, 2024
ATTEST:
V
Nyle Zi and eyhdfnlnistrator
(SEAL)
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