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3. Variances for the (a.) front yard setback from 30 feet to 20 feet and the <br /> • (b.) back yard setback from 40 feet to 20 feet. Reasons to grant the variance would be to <br /> maximize land use and provide more green space in the common area(center of the site),to <br /> deal with the unusual topography and because of the unusual lot configuration. Clarification <br /> and possible variances are also requested with regard to the (c.) lot coverage requirement of <br /> 50% (if parking lot and driveway are counted it would exceed the 50%) and for (d.) signage <br /> (one identification sign would be needed near the driveway entry and directional signage may <br /> be needed to identify building locations). <br /> Because the issue of parking was raised at the Planning Commission meeting we would like to <br /> note that with either an R-4 or R-3 zoning the requirements list as a"minimum two parking <br /> spaces per unit, at least one of which is enclosed." The spaces provided on the plans provide <br /> an additional 12 spaces over the 46 required. <br /> Another issue raised at the Planning Commission was to build single family homes instead. <br /> In addition to the economics which would not allow for use as R-1, we have been told that <br /> MHFA will not consider financing for single family properties which are directly across from <br /> industrial or commercial land. <br /> Please note that the existing alleys coming in from Old Highway 8, Rankin Road, and Croft <br /> Drive are part of the parcels to be redeveloped. The plans as drawn would close the alley from <br /> Rankin, change the location of the entry from Old Highway 8, and maintain the alley from <br /> Croft Drive. Access for emergency vehicles would be not only greatly improved but nearly <br /> • ideal. <br /> Precedent: Approximately 5 years ago similar approvals for zoning, conditional use, and <br /> variances were given for the Village Townhouses located 3 blocks away on 33rd and Old <br /> Highway 8. In addition,it is our understanding that the St. Anthony Economic Development <br /> and Redevelopment Task Force lists these parcels on their prioritized list for upgrade. <br /> Thank you for your consideration of this concept review. We appreciate your time and <br /> interest in this project as we try to determine the feasibility of redeveloping these properties. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> OVA.%-� <br /> Chet Makowske <br /> 781-7133 <br /> • <br />