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HUGO BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS
November 13, 2008
Chairperson Schumann called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Schumann, Galler, Puleo
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: Bryan Bear, Community Development Director (CDD)
Rachel Simone, Associate Planner
Dennis Fields, Community Development Assistant
Approval of Minutes — October 9, 2008
Puleo made motion, Galler seconded, to approve the minutes for October 9, 2008 as presented.
All Ayes. Motion carried.
Tennyson Variance request from shoreland setback to allow a septic system
Rachel Simone, the Associate Planner, described the application to the Board of Zoning.
Rachel explained that the applicant is in the Rural Residential zoning. The applicant is asking
for a variance to allow their septic system to be 45 ft from the ordinary high water mark where 75
ft is required. She added that Washington County has approved the mound and system on the
neighboring property.
Rachel pointed out that this meets all variance criteria, spirit, intent, and standards necessary, and
that staff recommends approval.
Schumann opened the public hearing.
The applicant Dan Tennyson came forth to answer questions from the Board of Zoning.
Puleo asked if the pipe would impact Ingersoll Ave. to go underneath the roadway.
Mr. Tennyson explained to the Board that the improvements to his septic system would not
impact Ingersoll Ave. and would use construction methods to tunnel under the roadway.
Schumann closed the public hearing.
Schumann explained that this is a common occurrence in this area and sees no issues with the
request.
Board of Zoning and Adjustments Meeting — November 13, 2008 - page 2
Puleo motioned, Galler seconded to approve the variance request to the city council.
All Ayes, Motion Carries.
Adjournment
Puleo made motion, Galler seconded, to adjourn.
All Ayes. Motion carried.
Dennis Fields, Secretary
Board of Zoning and Adjustments