4.a 1 Smith varianceMemorandum
To: Scandia Planning
Commission
Copies To: Neil Soltis, City
Administrator
Brenda Ecklund, City Clerk
Michael and Pamela Smith,
applicants
From: Sherri Buss, RLA AICP,
Planner
Date: October 18, 2016
Reference: 20919 Quint Avenue Variance
Request
Project No.: 16022.019
Routing:
SUBJECT: 20919 Variance Request for an Accessory Structure
MEETING DATE: November 1, 2016
LOCATION: 16970 St. Croix Trail North
Scandia, Minnesota
APPLICANTS: Michael and Pamela Smith
PO Box 129
Scandia, MN 55073
ZONING: Agriculture — Core (AG C) and St. Croix River Overlay District
120 -DAY PERIOD: December 13, 2016
ITEMS REVIEWED: Application, survey, and supplemental information received October
14, 2016
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST:
The applicants are proposing to replace two existing structures and a trash enclosure with a
new garage. They also propose to replace an existing concrete wall and staircase near the new
garage with a stone retaining wall. The structure replacement requires a variance from the
requirements of the St. Croix River Overlay District and the City's Development Code. The
parcel area is 1.12 acres and it is located in the Agriculture - Core (AG C) District and the St.
Croix River Overlay District.
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Memorandum
To: Scandia Planning
Commission
Copies To: Neil Soltis, City
Administrator
Brenda Ecklund, City Clerk
Michael and Pamela Smith,
applicants
From: Sherri Buss, RLA AICP,
Planner
Date: October 18, 2016
Reference: 20919 Quint Avenue Variance
Request
Project No.: 16022.019
Routing:
SUBJECT: 20919 Variance Request for an Accessory Structure
MEETING DATE: November 1, 2016
LOCATION: 16970 St. Croix Trail North
Scandia, Minnesota
APPLICANTS: Michael and Pamela Smith
PO Box 129
Scandia, MN 55073
ZONING: Agriculture — Core (AG C) and St. Croix River Overlay District
120 -DAY PERIOD: December 13, 2016
ITEMS REVIEWED: Application, survey, and supplemental information received October
14, 2016
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST:
The applicants are proposing to replace two existing structures and a trash enclosure with a
new garage. They also propose to replace an existing concrete wall and staircase near the new
garage with a stone retaining wall. The structure replacement requires a variance from the
requirements of the St. Croix River Overlay District and the City's Development Code. The
parcel area is 1.12 acres and it is located in the Agriculture - Core (AG C) District and the St.
Croix River Overlay District.
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BACKGROUND
The applicants are proposing to replace existing structures with a new garage on their property,
which is located in the St. Croix River District. The existing structures are "substandard
structures" as defined in the Riverway Ordinance: "Substandard structure means any structure
established before the effective date of the St. Croix Riverway Ordinance which is permitted
within a particular zoning district but does not meet the structure setbacks or other dimensional
standards of the Ordinance." The required structure setbacks in the Riverway District are 200
feet from the OHWL and 100 feet from the bluffline. The existing structures are approximately
95' from the OHWL and located on the bluff.
The St. Croix Riverway Ordinance requires that "If a substandard structure needs replacement
due to destruction, deterioration, or obsolescence, such replacement shall comply with the
dimensional standards of the ordinance." The applicants are requesting a variance to permit
replacement of the shed structure in its existing location, where it would not meet the setback
requirements from the Ordinary High Water Line of St. Croix River and bluff line. The City may
grant a variance from these ordnance standards if there is no other location for the garage that
can meet the setback requirements and if the request meets the "practical difficulties" criteria in
the City's Development Code.
The applicants have been working with the National Park Service to obtain NPS approval for the
new structures. They are proposing to place the new structure in a location that will minimize its
impacts and its visibility from the river. The plan for the garage is designed so that it will be no
closer to the river than the existing structures. The construction plans include excavation further
into the hillside to accommodate the 24' deep garage structure, keeping it at the same distance
from the river as the existing structures, and minimizing the need to alter the slopes of the bluff.
The applicants have completed a geotechnical analysis to ensure that the excavation and
proposed structure are feasible.
The proposed construction activities will disturb slopes that are steeper than 25%, and affect
existing trees on those slopes. Those activities require a variance from the City's Development
Code requirements for sloping or erodible building sites that require that "No structure shall be
constructed on sites with slopes of greater than 25% or on easily erodible soils."
EVALUATION OF VARIANCE REQUEST
Comprehensive Plan
The Comprehensive Plan established the Agriculture - Core (AG C) District to protect and
encourage long-term agriculture. Residential development is permitted as a secondary use in
the District. The Comprehensive Plan also supports protection of the natural and scenic
resources of the St. Croix River Corridor through the application of the St. Croix Riverway
District standards.
The ordinance that governs the St. Croix River District permits single-family residential and
related accessory uses (such as garages) in within the overlay district. It regulates the setback
of structures and alteration of slopes to protect the values of the Riverway.
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Nearly all of the applicants' parcel is located on the bluff (slopes are up to 50%) above the river.
The parcel is 230' wide at its widest point. There is no location that could accommodate a
garage where the building would meet the required setbacks from the OHWL of the St. Croix
River and the bluff.
The applicants have incorporated several elements in their plans to address the ordinance goals
to protect the St. Croix River:
• Placing the proposed structure no closer to the river than the existing structures.
• Building into the hillside to maintain the distance from the river and minimize grade
changes to the bluff
• Maintaining existing and adding new vegetation to screen the building from view
• Moving the structure slightly to the north to minimize its visibility from the river
• Using dark green and black paint, a gray roof, and no windows to minimize the visibility
of the garage
The applicants have submitted a survey that demonstrates that there is no location on the
parcel where the garage could be placed that would meet the dimensional standards of the
ordinance for setbacks from the bluff and OHWL of the St. Croix River. The applicants have
included several elements in the design and construction of the garage to meet the goals and
intent of the St. Croix River District.
Development Code Requirements: Lot Size and Setbacks
The applicants' parcel is 1.12 acres in size, and is a substandard lot in the St. Croix River
Overlay District—the District requires lots in rural areas to be at least 2.5 acres in size.
The required setbacks for structures in the St. Croix River Overlay District are the following:
• Building setback from the OHWL: 200 feet
• Building setback from the bluff line: 100 feet
The required setbacks in the AG C District include the following:
• Side setback: 20 feet
• Rear setback: 50 feet
The proposed structure setbacks include:
• Building setback from the OHWL: 95 feet
• Building setback from the bluff line: 0 feet
• Building setback from the closest side lot line: 60 feet
• Building setback from the rear lot line: 85 feet
The garage requires a variance from the setback requirement from the OHWL and the bluff line.
Accessory Structures
The proposed garage will be 576 square feet in size. There is one other small shed on the
parcel that is less than 120 square feet in area, which is not counted toward the total number
and area of allowed accessory structures. The Development Code permits up to 1 accessory
structure up to 1,000 square feet in size and a detached garage up to 864 square feet in size on
parcels between 1.0 and 3.0 acres. The proposed structure meets the Development Code
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requirement. The Planner has included the standard condition that the garage shall be used for
personal use or agricultural use only. No commercial use or commercially -related storage is
allowed in the garage.
The existing shed, concrete structure and associated concrete retaining walls on both sides of
the existing structure should be completely removed prior to issuance of the building permit.
Lot Coverage
The St. Croix River Overlay District permits up to 20% lot coverage. The surveyor calculated
that the existing lot coverage by impervious surfaces is approximately 1 % of the parcel. The
parcel coverage will continue to be approximately 1 % after construction of the new structure.
The proposed structure replacement meets the impervious cover requirement of the ordinance.
Building Height and Color
The maximum structure height permitted in the St. Croix River District is 35 feet. The proposed
garage will be 14' 6" in height at the tallest point. The accessory building meets the ordinance
requirement.
The Lower St. Croix Riverway Ordinance requires that the exterior color of new or removed
structures, including roofs, shall be of earth or summer vegetation tones, unless completely
screened from the river. The applicants stated that the colors of the building will be dark green
and black, with a dark gray roof. The structure meets the ordinance standard.
Driveway Access
The existing driveway will access the new garage.
Wastewater Treatment and Well
The accessory structure does not have or require wastewater or water facilities.
Impacts to Slopes, Vegetation, and Engineer Comments
The Development Code prohibits construction on slopes greater than 25%, as follows:
• Section 3.1 (3) (A) requires that "No structure shall be constructed on sites with slopes of
greater than 25% or on easily erodible soils."
• Section 3.6 (5) (B) states that "Slopes over 25% (4:1) shall not be altered."
• Section 3.8 (3) (A) states that "There shall be no removal of trees located on slopes
greater than 25%. Trees and woodlands within the Shoreland Overlay District and the
St. Croix River District are subject to the requirements as stated in the overlay district
regulations in addition to the regulations of this Chapter.
The applicants are proposing to alter slopes that are greater than 25% and remove trees on
those slopes, and therefore require a variance. Construction of the garage in a location that is
the same distance or farther from the OHWL of the St. Croix River would be on similar slopes.
A flatter location for the garage is available closer to the River, but this would increase the
nonconformity of the structure which is not permitted by the Development Code, would violate
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the NPS scenic easement, and would result in a structure that is more visible from the
Riverway.
Staff suggest that the variance may be granted in this case in order to locate the structure to
comply with the nonconformities requirement of the ordinance, the provisions of the scenic
easement, and the goals of the Riverway Ordinance to protect the scenic values of the
Riverway. Staff suggest the following conditions to address the intent and requirements of the
Riverway Ordinance and Development Code:
• The applicants shall address the Engineer's requirements for a Granding/Land Alteration
Permit, drainage, retaining walls, and erosion control.
• The applicants shall complete and obtain approval for a Woodland Preservation Plan for
approval by the City that includes the grading plan, identifies all areas of disturbance,
identifies the location of significant woodlands and trees that will be removed or
disturbed by construction of the garage, and includes tree replacement that meets the
requirements of Section 3.11 (3) of the Development Code before a building permit will
be issued for the project.
The City Engineer provided the following comments on the variance application:
• With the information provided it is anticipated that the project will disturb fifty (50) cubic
yards or more and/or disturb 1,000 square feet or more along with minor tree clearing.
This will require a Grading/Land Alteration Permit Application.
• Drainage—the proposed work shall not create any direct drainage runoff to neighboring
properties. Highly recommended to complete grading work of the swale behind the
garage into the hillside to prevent any potential drainage directed to eh garage and
provide space for snow melt.
• Proposed wall/retaining wall—If the proposed retaining wall is over 4 feet in height,
owner must submit plans signed by a professional engineer for the design of the
proposed retaining wall and obtain a building permit for the wall. Information submitted
does not identify proposed height of wall.
• Soil piles form the excavation for the proposed work shall be handled with care. Material
should be hauled off-site immediately or stored in a manner that has perimeter
protection. All erosion control devices must be installed before any construction work
begins.
• Upon completion of the garage, site restoration shall be completed as soon as possible.
• All site work shall be in compliance with the Watershed District.
The Planner included several proposed conditions for the variance based on the Engineer's
comments, and proposed the following conditions related to slope alteration and erosion control
based on the requirements of the St. Croix Riverway District Ordinance for work that occurs on
slopes greater than 12%:
• The existing drainage patterns on the site shall be maintained or restored to the degree
feasible.
• To the greatest extent possible, vegetation over six (6) inches in diameter shall not be
removed.
• Slopes greater than 12 percent shall be preserved to the greatest extent possible, and
erosion and sediment control shall be included in the project plans and implemented
durina construction.
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Watershed District Comments
The Planner sent the application to the Carnelian -Marine -St. Croix Watershed District
(CMSCWD) for comments, but has not received any comments from the District to date.
Comments received by November 1 will be provided at the Planning Commission meeting.
Landscape Plan
No landscape plan is required.
DNR Comments
The Planner sent the application to the DNR for review and comments but has not received any
comments from the agency to date. Comments received by November 1 will be provided at the
Planning Commission meeting.
National Park Service (NPS) Comments
The National Park Service provided the following comments on the variance request in a letter
dated October 14, 2016:
• The NPS reviewed the plans for the garage, and believes that the project is permissible
under the terms of the National Park Service (NPS) scenic easement presently in effect
on the property.
• The new garage will be located in substantially the same footprint as the current shed
and concrete storage structure. The old shed and concrete storage structure and
associated concrete retaining walls on both sides of the current structure will be
completely torn down and removed.
• NPS appreciates the applicants' willingness to replant trees and other native vegetation
to replace the trees that must be removed for the project. The maintenance and
replanting of the vegetative screening coupled with the design of the new structure and
dark green exterior will help ensure that the project will not have a negative visual impact
on the St. Croix River.
• NPS approval of the project is contingent upon the applicants' compliance with
applicable land use controls, including City and DNR requirements.
CRITERIA FOR VARIANCES AND FINDINGS
Chapter 1, Section 6.0 of the Development Code and the Lower St. Croix River Bluffland and
Shoreland Management Ordinance include the criteria and required process for considering
variance requests.
Variances may only be granted when the terms of the variance are consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan and in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the development
code. The other variance criteria in the Development Code include:
1. The applicant proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the
Development Code.
2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created
by the landowner.
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3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality.
4. Economic conditions alone shall not constitute practical difficulties.
5. The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent
property, or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets, or increase the
danger of fire, or endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish or impair property
values within the neighborhood.
6. The required variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practical difficulty.
7. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight
for solar energy systems.
Applicant's Rationale for the Variance
The application includes a practical difficulties statement for the variance request that included
the following:
• The proposed location is the only viable location for the garage
• The applicants will minimize the visibility from the river using dark paint and roof colors.
• The new structure will be built into the hillside to maintain the same distance from the
river as the existing structure
Variance Request and Findings
The following bullets include the Planner's findings related to the Smiths' request for a variance,
based on the statutory criteria and Riverway Management Ordinance for granting a variance.
Each of the criteria is shown in italics:
• Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes
and intent of the official control.
The Comprehensive Plan supports protection of the St. Croix River and application of
City's Development Code and Riverway Ordinance standards for development of
structures within the Riverway District to support the Riverway protection goals. The
Lower St. Croix River Ordinance requires that replacement of substandard structures
occur in a location that meets setback requirements in order to protect the Riverway and
bring properties into compliance with the dimensional standards of the ordinance when
they are replaced.
The applicants have submitted a survey that demonstrates that there is no location on
the parcel where the garage could be placed that would meet the setback requirements
from the bluffline and the OHWL of the river.
The applicants have included several elements in the design and construction of the
structure to meet the goals and intent of the St. Croix River District:
• Placing the proposed structure no closer to the River than the existing structures.
• Building into the hillside to maintain the distance from the river and minimize
grade changes to the bluff
• Maintaining existing and adding new vegetation to screen the building from view
• Moving the structure slightly to the north to minimize its visibility from the river
• Using dark green and black paint, a gray roof, and no windows to minimize the
visibility of the garage.
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The proposed variance is in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the official
controls based on the finding that there is no location on the parcel where the garage
could be located to meet the dimensional standards of the Riverway ordinance, a
location closer to the River would violate the Development Code and Scenic Easement,
and the design elements that the applicants have incorporated and conditions require
meet the goals and intent Riverway District and protect the resources and scenic views
from the River.
• The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner under the
conditions allowed by official control(s).
Single-family residences and accessory structures are permitted in the St. Croix
Riverway District and Agriculture Core District and are a reasonable use. The Riverway
Ordinance permits single-family residential and related accessory uses (such as
garages) in within the overlay district. The City has previously permitted variances for
garage structures when they meet the variance criteria because garages are essential in
Minnesota's climate.
• The practical difficulties are not caused by the landowner, and are unique to the
property.
The practical difficulties are unique to the property, and include the location of bluffs
throughout the parcel and the dimensions of the parcel which do not allow the garage to
be located in a place that would meet the dimensional requirements of the St. Croix
Riverway Ordinance.
• The variance would not alter the essential character of the area.
The variance would not alter the character of the area. Adjacent parcels include
structures that do not meet the current Riverway setbacks, and the design elements that
the applicants have proposed and required conditions for the variance will minimize the
visibility of the structure from adjacent parcels and from the river.
• Economic conditions alone shall not constitute practical difficulties.
The practical difficulties are not related to economic conditions alone, but are caused by
the location of bluffs throughout the parcel and the dimensions of the existing parcel.
• The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent
property, or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets, or increase the
danger of fire, or endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish or impair property
values within the neighborhood.
The replacement of the existing structures with the garage will not impair the supply of
light or air to adjacent properties or increase congestion, endanger the public, or
substantially diminish or impair property values in the neighborhood.
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• The requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practical
difficulty.
The requested variance is the minimum action required to meet the Riverway Ordinance
and Development Code requirements. The location of the structure at the same
distance from the river as the existing structure, requirements to protect the bluffs, and
requirements for tree replacement will minimize the variance required and minimize
impacts to the bluffs and the visibility of the structure from the river.
• Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight
for solar energy systems.
The variance is not related to a need for direct sunlight for solar energy systems.
ACTION REQUESTED:
The Planning Commission should receive public comments at the hearing on November 1,
discuss the variance request, and can recommend the following:
1. Approval
2. Approval with conditions
3. Denial with findings
4. Table the request
PLANNING STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Planner recommends that the Planning Commission recommend approval of a variance to
permit the replacement of existing structures with a new garage located approximately 95' from
the OHWL of the St. Croix Riverway and 0' from the bluff line on the parcel at 20919 Quint
Avenue. The Planner recommends the following conditions for the variance:
1. The new structure shall be located and constructed as shown on the survey and plans
submitted to the City on October 14, 2016.
2. The garage shall be used for personal use or agricultural use only. No commercial use
or commercially -related storage is allowed in the garage.
3. The applicants shall completely remove the existing shed, concrete structure, and
associated concrete retaining walls on both sides of the existing structure prior to
issuance of the building permit.
4. The applicants shall obtain a Grading/Land Alteration Permit from the City if the project
will disturb fifty (50) cubic yards or more or disturb 1,000 square feet or more.
5. Slopes over twelve (12) percent and the existing patterns on the site shall be maintained
or restored to the degree feasible after construction is completed. The proposed work
shall not create any direct drainage runoff to neighboring properties. The applicants
shall complete the proposed grading work of the swale behind the garage into the
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hillside to prevent any potential drainage direct to the garage and to provide space for
snow melt.
6. The applicants shall submit plans signed by a professional engineer for proposed
retaining wall(s) over four (4) feet in height.
7. Soil piles form the excavation for the proposed work shall be handled with care. Material
should be hauled off immediately or stored in a manner that has perimeter protection.
All erosion control devices shall be installed before any construction work begins.
8. The applicants shall protect vegetation over six (6) inches in diameter to the extent
possible.
9. The applicants shall complete and obtain approval for a Woodland Preservation Plan for
approval by the City that includes the grading plan, identifies all areas of disturbance,
identifies the location of significant woodlands and trees that will be removed or
disturbed by construction of the garage, and includes tree replacement that meets the
requirements of Section 3.11 (3) of the Development Code before a building permit will
be issued for the project.
10. Upon completion of the garage, site restoration shall be completed as soon as possible.
11. Site work shall comply with the regulations of the Carnelian -Marine St. Croix Watershed
District, and the applicants shall obtain any required District permits.
12. The applicants shall pay all fees and escrows associated with the variance application.
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PARCEL DESCRIPTION
Document Number 3803880
EXHIBIT "A"
Legal Description
File No. 10-11993
That part of Reserve No. 2, vacated Linden Street and Block Seven (7), all in the recorded plat of Otisville on file in the
office of the Register of Deeds of Washington County, Minnesota; and Government Lot Five (5), Section Nineteen (19),
Township Thirty-two (32) North, Range Nineteen (19) West, Washington County, Minnesota, described as follows:
Commencing at the Southeast corner of Lot Five (5), Block Seven (7) of the recorded plat of Otisville; thence North 89
degrees 59 minutes27 seconds East, assumed bearing, along the Easterly extension of the South line of Lot Five (5), Block
Seven (7), a distance of 110.95 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 11 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West, a
distance of 249.21 feet; thence continuing North 11 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds West, a distance of 37.27 feet to a
point hereafter known as point "A"; thence South 11 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East, retracing the last course, a
distance of 37.27 feet, thence North 89 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds East, a distance of 130.34 feet to a point
hereafter known as "B", thence continuing North 89 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds East, a distance of 90 feet, more or
less, to the shoreline of the Saint Croix River, thence Southerly, along said shoreline, a distance of 244 feet, more or less,
to the point of intersection with a line drawn North 89 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds East from the point of beginning;
thence South 89 degrees 59 minutes 27 seconds West, along said line, a distance of 172 feet, more or less, to the point
of beginning, and including a non-exclusive perpetual easement for road purposes over a 20 foot strip of land the center
line is described as follows: Beginning at the above mentioned point "B", thence North 15 degrees 54 minutes 02 seconds
West, a distance of 311.93 feet to the South line of an existing road easement and there terminating.
Including a non-exclusive perpetual easement for road purposes over a 60 foot strip of land the Southerly and Easterly
lines are described as follows:
Beginning at the above mentioned point "A"; thence Southwesterly along a curve having a radius of 110.99 feet, the
tangent of said curve at this point bears South 40 degrees 11 minutes 37 seconds West, central angle of 43 degrees 08
minutes 16 seconds, an arc length of 83.56 feet to point of tangency; thence South 83 degrees 19 minutes 53 seconds
West, a distance of 146.42 feet to point of tangential curve to the left, having a radius of 150.47 feet, central angle of 33
degrees 30 minutes 28 seconds, an arc length of 88 feet to point of tangency; thence South 49 degrees 48 minutes 21
seconds West, a distance of 134 feet, more or less, to the point of intersection with a line drawn parallel with and distant
60 feet Easterly of the Easterly right-of-way lien of the Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Sault St. Marie Railway; thence
Southeasterly, parallel with the Easterly right-of-way line of said railway, a distance of 110 feet, more or less, to the North
line of McKinley Avenue as shown on the recorded plat of Otisville, on file in the Office of the Register of Deeds of
Washington County, Minnesota, and there terminating; and, beginning at the above-mentioned point "A" on the Easterly
line of said 60 foot easement; thence Northeasterly along a curve having a radius of 110.99 feet, the tangent of said
curve at this point bears North 40 degrees 11 minutes 37 seconds East, central angle of 43 degrees 08 minutes 16
seconds, an arc length of 83.57 feet to point of tangency; thence North 2 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West, a
distance of 186.44 feet to the point of beginning of a 120 foot easement, the center line of which is the Northerly
continuation of the Easterlyline of the previous course thence North 2 degrees 58 minutes 41 seconds West a distance
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of 210 feet and there terminating; also Including a perpetual access easement four (4) feet In width from the 60 foot road
easement hereinbefore described to the tract of land hereinbefore described, the said 4 foot easement described as
follows:
Beginning at point "A" designated above; thence South 11 degrees 57 minutes 45 seconds East a distance of 41.27 feet;
thence to the right at right angles four (4) feet; thence to the right at right angles a distance of 41.27 feet, more or less,
to the Westerly line of the 60 foot road easement; thence Northeasterly along said Westerly line four (4) feet, more or
less, to the point of beginning.
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CERTIFICATE OF SURVEY
Part of RESERVE No. 2, part of Block 7 and part of vacated Linden Street,
Plat of OTISVILLE, located in Government Lot 5,
Section 19, Township 32 North, Range 19 West,
City of Scandia, Washington County, Minnesota
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Boundary and Topography Survey
Existing Conditions
Prepared for:
Michael and Pam Smith
P.O. BOX 4449
Ketchum, Idaho 83340
Site Address:
20919 Quint Ave. North
Scandia, Minnesota 55073
NOTES:
Minimum lowest floor elevation of proposed structure is 701.5 feet.
Site benchmark: NE corner of house foundation. Concrete ledge
approximately 1.8 feet above easterly grade. Elevation = 698.9
Buildable area (per City code) = 0 square feet.
Existing Covered Areas:
gaveled surfaces............................................2,280 sq ft
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concrete and stone walks, slabs and walls .... 1,240 sq ft
existing buildings............................................1,660 sq ft
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wood decks ........................................................310 sq ft
Total................................................................5,490 sq ft
Proposed Covered Areas:
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concrete and stone walks, slabs and walls .... 1,240 sq ft ±
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Real People. Real Solutions.
October 20, 2016
Neil Soltis
City Administrator
14727 209`h Street N
Scandia, MN 55073
RE: 20919 Quint Ave N Planning and Zoning Request
Dear Mr. Soltis:
2035 County Road D East
Maplewood, MN 55109-5314
Ph: [6511704-9970
Fax: 1651)704-9971
Bolton-Menk.com
Please find below the review and comments for the Planning and Zoning Variance Application for the
property located at 20919 Quint Ave N for the construction of a detached garage.
1. With the information provided its anticipated project will disturb fifty (50) cubic yards or more and/or
disturbance of 1,000 square feet or more along with minor tree clearing. This will require a
Grading/Land Alteration Permit Application.
2. Drainage. The proposed work shall not create any direct drainage runoff to neighboring properties.
Highly recommend to complete grading work of the swale behind the garage into the hillside to
prevent any potential drainage directed to the garage and provide space for snow melt.
3. Proposed Wall/Retaining Wall. If the proposed retaining wall is over 4 feet in height, Owner must
submit plans signed by a professional engineer for the design of the proposed retaining walls and
obtain a building permit for the wall. Information submitted does not identify proposed height of wall.
4. Soil piles from the excavation for the proposed work shall be handled with care. Material should be
hauled off site immediately or stored in a manner that has perimeter protection. All erosion control
devices must be installed before any construction work begins.
5. Upon completion of the garage, site restoration shall be completed as soon as possible.
6. All site work shall be in compliance of the Watershed District.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at 612-597-7140 with any questions or comments you may have
regarding this memo.
Sincerely,
Ryan J. Goodman, P.E.
City Engineer
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