The URL can be used to link to this page

4.a) Variances from Lot Requirements, 19107 Layton Ave., Scandia, Bryon and Karen Crane . �. a � CITY OF SCANDIA, MINNESOTA PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 1-02-13-01 APPROVING VARIANCE 19107 LAYTON AVENUE WI3EREAS, Bryan and Karen Crane have made an application for a variance to construct a single-family residence at 19107 Layton Avenue, and WHEREAS, the property is legally described as follows: Lot 6, Block 1, Holiday Beach 2°a plat; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the request at a duly noticed Public Hearing on January 2, 2013, and has recommended approval; and NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT HEREBY RECOMMENDED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SCANDIA, WASHINGTON COUNTY,MINNESOTA, that the City Council should approve the variance to allow construction of a single-family residence with attached garage on a lot that is .29 acres in size,where the structure will be setback 45 feet from the Ordinary High Water Line of Big Marine Lake and setback 28.2 feet from Layton Avenue; and to allow construction of a septic system that is setback approximately 3 feet from the roadway right-of-way and the septic system and well that are setback less than the required 10 feet from the side property line,based on the following: 1. The request is consistent with the goals and policies in the Comprehensive Plan to allow single-family residential uses in the General Rural District and Shoreland Zone. 2. The proposed use is reasonable under the Development Code. 3. The practical difficulties are related to the small size of the existing nonconforming lot, and were not created by the applicants. 4. Granting the variance will not alter the essential character of the area. 5. The practical difficulties are related to the small size of the existing lot that would not allow for development of a single-family home without a variance from the required Resolution No.: 01-02-13-01 Page 2 of 3 setbacks from the lake and roadway, and the need to locate the septic system and well where soils are feasible and the required separation from other systems can be achieved, and are not related to economic conditions alone. 6. The structure will not impair the supply of light and air to adjacent properties,increase congestion, increase the danger of fire, endanger public safety, or substantially impair property values. 7. The requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practical difficulty. 8. The proposed garage and driveway will not affect direct solar access for surrounding properties. FiJRTHER BE IT RESOLVED,that the following conditions of approval shall be met: 1. The development on the property shall be in substantial compliance with the site plan and landscape plan submitted to the City on December 11 and 26, 2012. The variance allows construction of a single-family residence with attached garage on a lot that is .29 acres is size, where the structure is setback 46 feet from the OHWL of Big Marine Lake, and 28.2 feet from Layton Avenue; and allows construction of a septic system that is setback approximately 3 feet from the roadway right-of way, and the septic system and a well that are setback less than the required 10 feet from the side property line. 2. The applicants shall obtain a Building Permit from the City prior to construction of the home, septic system and well. The grading and erosion control plan required for the building permit shall include the following practices: a. The applicant shall protect existing trees during construction that are not identified on the plan for removal. b. The grading and erosion control plan shall include the Best Management Practices required by the Carnelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District. 3. The applicants shall obtain the required Watershed District permit for storm water management and erosion control. 4. The applicants shall obtain the required septic system and well permits from Washington County. 5. The applicants shall provide a revised landscape plan that indicates the species and sizes of the plant materials proposed on the landscape plan, and the type(s)of ground cover that will be used for staff review. 6. The Applicant shall pay all fees and escrows. Resolution No.: 01-02-13-01 Page 3 of 3 Adopted by the Scandia Planning Commission this 2nd day of January, 2013. Christine Maefsky, Chair ATTEST: Kristina Handt, Administrator/Clerk 444 Cedor Street,Suite 1500 � Soint Paul,MN 55101 651.292.4400 � ' tkdo.com TKDA Memorandum To: Scandia Planning Reference: Crane Variance Application, Commission City of Scandia Kristina Handt, City Administrator Copies To: Bryan and Karen Crane, Applicants Gina Carlson, Architeetur Project No.: 15023.013 From: Sherri Buss, Planner Routing: Date: December 19, 2012 SUBJECT: Crane Application for Variance from Lot Requirements, Setbacks and Lot Coverage for Single-Family Residence MEETING DATE: January 2, 2013 LOCATION: 19107 Layton Avenue Scandia, Minnesota APPLICANT: Bryan and Karen Crane 9425 Norvvood Lane North Maple Grove, MN 55369 ZONING: General Rural (GR) District and Shoreland Overlay Distri�t 60-DAY PERIOD: February 12, 2013 ITEMS REVIEWED: Application and Site Plans received December 11 and updated Landscape Plan received December 18, 2012 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE REQUEST: The applicants are proposing to build a home on a nonconforming lot in the Shoreland Zane of Big Marine Lake. The lot is .29 acres in size. The applicants are requesting variances from several dimensional standards in the ordinance to allow construction of the home, including: lot size, set-back from the Ordinary High Water Level (OHWL) of the lake, right-of-way setback to the road, side lot line setbacks for the proposed septic system and well, and lot coverage standard. The City previously granted a variance for construction of a home on this property in 2008, but that home was not constructed. An employee awned company promoting affirmotive action and equat opportunity Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Pianning Commission Page 2 January 2, 2013 DETAILED EVALUATION OF THE REQUEST: The lot is located within the Shoreland Overlay District of Big Marine Lake,which is classified as a Recreational Development Lake. The proposed home has a footprint of 1,824 square feet and proposed deck with 729 additional square feet. The total proposed impervious surface area on the lot is 4,008 feet, which includes a driveway and sidewalk in addition to the house and dedc. The size and location of the home are shown on the attached plans. The sections below evaluate the proposed structure and related improvements in relationship to the ordinance requirements in the General Rural District and Shoreland District of Big Marine Lake. Comprehensive Plan The Comprehensive Plan indicates that the General Rural (GR} District includes areas of mixed lot sizes, and will continue to do so. Single family residential use is supported in the GR District. The plan recommends that the General Rural Area be developed at a maximum density of four dwelling units per 40 acres, with a minimum allowed lot size of 2 acres. The Comprehensive Plan also notes the existence of many smaller lots in areas of existing lakeshore development within the GR District, and that this pattern will continue in the areas of existing development around Scandia's lakes. The proposed residential use is consistent with the Comarehensive Plan's recommendations for uses and densities in the GR District. Lot Size The existing lot is .31 acres in size. The minimum lot size for existing lots in the Shoreland Overlay District of Recreational Development lakes is 2.0 acres, with a minimum lot width of 160 feet, the same dimensions as the underlying General Rural District. Existing non-conforming lots in the Shoreland District may be developed for single family residential uses if they are at least 60°� of the dimensional standards for lot size and width as required by the zoning district and Shoreland Overlay District. The existing lot includes 13,648 square feet. 60% of 2 acres is 52,272 square feet. The a�plicant therefore reauires a variance from the lot size reQuirement to develoa the aroaosed home on the lot. The width of the existing lot is 113 feet. 60% of 113 is 67.8 feet. The lot therefore meets the width requirements for nonconformina lots in the Shoreland District. Setbacks The setback requirements in the Shoreland Overfay District of Recreational Development Lakes include the following: • Structure setbacks of 100 from the OHWL • Side yard setbacks of 10 feet for existing parcels that are 1.0 acres or less in size. • A 40-foot setback from the right-of-way line for a public street. i �1 Crane Variance Staff Report ' Scandia Planning Commission Page 3 January 2, 2013 The proposed structure (including deck and stairway) is approximately 46 feet from the OHWL of 942.2 feet on Big Marine Lake, and therefore requires a variance from this setback requirement. The proposed structure meets the side setback requirements. The proposed structure is setback 28.20 feet from the right-of-way of Layton Avenue, and therefore requires a variance from this requirement. The residential structure meets the side setback requirements. but needs a variance from the reQuired setback from the OHWL of Bia Marine Lake and the required setback from the Lavton Avenue ri�ht-of-wav. Maximum Lot Coverage The maximum allowed lot coverage in the GR District and in the Shoreland District is 25°k. The application includes an analysis of lot coverage that indicates that the proposed lot coverage is 29 percent. The applicant is requestina a variance from the coveraae standard. The Planner serrt the application to the Camelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District (CMSCWD)for review. The District's comment letter n�ted the following: "The Distict does not favor granting variances in these instances as they increase the possibility for negative impacts to Big Marine Lake, one of the DistricYs high value resources. However, we also realrze that pre-existing small lots require exceptions to be made and that this may be one of fhose situations. "This project wil!require a Districf pemtit for stormwater management, erosion conrol and shoreland buf�ers. The District recommends that the lake side setback be maximized and the hardcover be minimized as much as possible, and that the Watershed Disfrict Permit be made a condition of the variance. The requir�ements of our permit will work to mitigate further impacts to the►ake." On December 17,the applicants submitted revised plans that changed the pervious pavement materials proposed for the driveway on the original plans to bituminous pavement. The applicant's representative indicated that the change was proposed due to the cost of pervious pavers, and that plowing and maintenance of this material is more difficult. The Planner provided this information to CMSCWD, and Jim Shaver, the District Administrator responded that �pervious pavers should riemain an option if fhey cannot achieve the volume�duction required in a permit application with rain gardens alone." The Plannina Commission should consider the District's comments in reviewinq the variance repuest. Some issues for discussion include: • Can any impervious areas be reduced in size:for example, the deck, or some of the driveway width, or both? • Should pervious pavement in the driveway or sidewalk area be reCommended as an option if needed to meet the Watershed permit requirements? Accessory Structures The applicants are proposing an attached garage. No detached accessory structures are proposed in the application. 1 � Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 4 January 2, 2013 Bullding Height The maximum building height permitted in the General Rural District is 35 feet. The City deflnes building height for gable roofs as "the vertical distance from the average of the highest and lowest point of the grade for that portion of the lot covered by the building to the mean height between eaves and ridge.° Based on the definition, the height of the proposed structure is 16 feet. The buildinq meets the hei4ht requirements in the zoninq ordinance. Wastewate�System and Well A new septic system is proposed on the site. An on-site system is needed because the City's Anderson-Erickson community system may not have sufficient capacity to add a new use�. The applicants will need to obtain the required permits for the septic system and well from Washington County. The applicants discussed the locations for the septic system and well with the City's Engineer and Pete Ganzel of the Washington County Health Department. The proposed locations are based on their recommendations (see letter attached). The proposed septic sYstem location will require a variance from the reauired setbacks from the riqht-of-wav of Lavton Avenue and the side lot line._ The system is proposed in this location to maximize the distance from Big Marine Lake, to build it on suitable soils, and to maintain the required separation from the neighbor's septic system. A new well is proposed within the side yard setback. The proposed location will require a variance from the setback requirement. The well is proposed in this location in order to maintain the required separation from the proposed septic system and neighbor's septic system. Stormwater Management and Land Akeratlon The proposed site grading plan is shown on the site ptan. The applicant needs to meet the requirements of the Carnelian-Marine Watershed District and the City's zoning and subdivision ordinance for stormwater management, erosion cont�ol and land alteration. The applicants will need to include a grading and erosion control plan in their application for a Building Permit. The erosion control plan should identify the specific Best Management Practices that the applicant will use to manage potential erosion, and should be consistent with the Watershed District requirements. The proaosed conditions require that the Applicant obtain a Buildinq Permit and Watershed District permit for this proiect. Landscape Plan The plans indicate that 1 ash tree with a diameter of 6" and 4 ash trees with diameters of 12" each will need to be removed to construct the new home. An existing large cottonwood that is diseased will also need to be removed. The applicants indicate that the 5 ash (uprimary deciduous"trees in the Code's definition)will be replaced with a mix of 10 trees that are either deciduous trees with a 2.5" caliper trunk or coniferous trees that are at least 6' in height. The trees are indicated in the island area in the ; 1 , Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 5 January 2, 2013 front yard, and at the side yard. The praqosed tree replacement meets the ordinance reauirement. The ordinance does not require the replacement of diseased trees. The landscape plan also shows proposed rain garden locations for storrnwater management, and new plantings within the setback from the OHWL of the lake. The plan does not indicate the species and sizes of the trees that are proposed to be planted, and does not indicate the proposed ground cover in areas that will be disturbed. The proposed landscape plan generally meets the ordinance requirements in Chapter 2, item 3.12. The applicant should provide a revised landscape plan that indicates the sqecies and sizes of the alant materials aroposed on the landscape alan and the tvue of qround cover that will be used, for staff review. Agency Comments The Planner provided a copy of the application and plans to the Minnesota DNR and the Camelian-Marine-St Croix Watershed District(CMSCWD). The DNR requested that the City determine whether the lot is currently owned by one of the adjacent owners—in that case it could not be subdivided to create a new nonconf�rming lot. The Planner reviewed the lot's history and found that it is not currently or recently part of an adjacent parcel. CMSCWD comments are included in the appropriate sections of the staff report. DETAILED DISCUSSION OF THE VARIANCE REQUEST Ordinance 129 states that variances are allowed when the strict enforcement of the Development Code would cause practical difficufties because of ci�cumstances unique to the individual property under consideration. The criteria for granting a variance include the following: . The applicant proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not pe�rnitted by the Development Code. • The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the property, not cxeated by the landowner. • The variance, if granted,will not alter the essential character of the locality. • The practical difficulties are not due solely to economic conditions. . The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent properties, substantially increase the congestion of public streets, or increase the danger of fire or endanger public safety, or substantially diminish or impair prope►ty values within the neighborhood. • That the requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practical difficulty. . Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Variance Reauesf The applicant is requesting a variance from the following Code requirements: . Lot size . Setback from the OHWL of Big Marine Lake • Setback from the road right-of-way of Layton Avenue for the home and septic system • Setback from the side setback requirement for the well � i 1 � Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 6 January 2, 2013 • Lot coverage standard The applicant's rationale for the variance request is as follows: • The existing nonconforming lot is not buildable without a variance. The cuRent owners did not create the lot. • The existing lot is not large enough to allow for a single-family residence that would conform to all of the zoning requirements. • The single-family use is allowed in the zoning district. • A single-family home of the scale and design proposed fits the character of the surrounding neighborhood. The design of the home and proposed landscaping are consistent with the aesthetics of the area and the desire to protect scenic views. • The variance for the septic system and well are in harmony with the intent of the ordinance to address environmental concerns and protecting natural resources, and meets permit requirements. FINDINGS VARIANCE REQUEST The following bullets present the Planner's findings related to the Cranes' request for a variance, based on the statutory criteria 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 cmd intent of the o�cial control. The proposed residential use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan's goals and policies for maintain residential uses in the General Rural District and Shoreland Zone. The Comprehensive Plan also includes goals and policies to°preserve, protect and enhance surface water quality in Scandia° and to design new development and retrofit existing development to reduce the volume of runoff and polluted runoff.° Exceeding the impe►vious surface coverage will generate additional surface water runoff, and may be in conflict with surf'ace water management goals. The Planner recommends that the �plicant consider options for reducinp the amount of impervious surface on the site and for includinq the use of pervious pavers on the drivewav and sidewalk if this is needed to meet the Watershed requirements to control the auantitv and qualitv of runoff from the new impervious surFaces. The proposed conditions include a reauiremerrt to obtain the reQuired Watershed District permit for the proiect. • The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner under the conditions allowed by of�icia!confro/(s). Single Family Residences are permitted uses in the General Rural District, and septic systems, wells and driveways are required for a single-family residence, subject to the other requirements of the develapment code. The proposed use is reasonable under the Development Code. • The practica!d�culties are not caused by the landowner, and are unique to the property. The practical difficulties are related to the small size of the lot. The lot was not created by the applicants. It would not be feasible to develop a single-family residence on the 1 Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 7 January 2, 2013 property that meets the setback requirements from the OHWL of the lake and the road right-of-way. The variance for the septic system and well are also related to the smait size of the parcel. The locations f�r these systems are limited given the small size of the lot, the need to locate the septic system on suitable soils, and the need to maintain the required separation between the well and septic systems on this property and those on a neighboring property. The location of the septic system so that it requires a variance from the required setback from the roadway right-of-way is preferable to locating it so that a variance would be required from the setback from the OHWL. The variance for lot coverage is also related to the small size of the parcel. The house and garage cover 2,620 square feet or 19% of the parcel. The aaalicant and Planninca Commission will need to consider whether the size of the deck or drivewav can be reduced to meet the coveraqe requirement, or whether pervious materials can be utilized on the driveway or sidewalk to reduce the"effective° impervious surface area. • The variance would not alter the essential character of the area. The surrounding area is a developed with single-family homes and cabins on a variety of lot sizes. The scale of the proposed home is similar to others on the lake. The variance would not alter the essential character of the area. • Economic conditions a/one shall nof constitute practical d�culties. The practical difficulties are related to the small size of the existing lot, and the need to locate the septic system and well where soils are feasible and the required separation from other systems can be achieved. The difficulties are not related to economic conditions alone. • The proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air fo adjacent properties, subsfantially increase the congestion of public streets, or incr�ease the danger of fire or endanger public safety, or substantially diminish or impair property values wifhin the neighborhood. The structure is unlikely to impair the supply of light and air to adjacent properties, increase congestion, increase the danger of fire, endanger public safety, or substantially impair property values. • That the requested variance is the minimum action required to eliminate the practica/ d�culty. Lot size and setback variances: The proposed variances are the minimum actions needed to locate a single-family home, garage and well and septic system on the lot while trying to maintain separation from the lake. Lot coveraae variance: The applicant and Planning Commission will need to consider whether the size of the deck or driveway may be reduced so that no variance or a smaller variance is needed; and whether pervious materials may be used for the driveway and/or sidewalk to minimize the effective impervious area. �1 Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 8 January 2, 2013 • Practical dr�culties include, buf are not limited fo inadequate access to direcf sunlight for solar energy systems. The proposed garage and driveway will not affect direct solar access for surrounding properties. ACTION REQUESTED: The Planning Commission should discuss the Variance request, and can recommend the following for the Variance request: 1. Approval 2. Approval with conditions 3. Denial with findings 4. Table the request PLANNING STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: The Planner recommends that the Planning Commission approve the proposed variance from the lot size requirement, setback requirements from the OHWL and roadway right-of-way, and the setback requirements for the septic system and well. The Planner recommends that the size of the proposed deck and driveway be reduced or that permeable pavers be utilized to meet the coverage requirement or minimize the required variance from the requirement. The Planner recommends the following conditions for the variance and conditional use permit: 1. The development on the property shall be in substantial compliance with the site plan and landscape plan submitted to the City on December 11 and 26, 2012. The variance allows construction of a single-family residence with attached garage that is setback 46 feet from the OHWL of Big Marine Lake, and 28.2 feet from Layton Avenue; and allows construction of a septic system that is setback approximately 3 feet from the roadway right-of way, and a septic system and well that are setback less than the required 10 feet from the side property line. 2. The applicants shall obtain a Building Permit from the City prior to construction of the home, septic system and well. The grading and erosion control plan required for the building permit shall include the following p�actices: a. The applicant shall protect existing trees during construction that are not identified on the plan for removal. b. The grading and erosion control plan shall include the Best Management Practices required by the Camelian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District. 3. The applicants shall obtain the required Watershed District permit for storm water management and erosion control. 4. The applicants shall obtain the required septic system and well permits from Washington County. � , � � 1 , Crane Variance Staff Report Scandia Planning Commission Page 9 January 2, 2013 5. The applicants shall provide a revised landscape plan that indicates the species and sizes of the plant materials proposed on the landscape plan, and the type(s) of ground cover that will be used for staff review. 6. The Applicant shall pay all fees and escrows. i 1 �' File I�1o. APPLICATION FOR PLANNING AND ZONING REQUEST City of 5canclia, Minnesota 14727 209th Street North,Scandia,MN 55073 Phone 6511433-2274 Fax 651/433-5112 Wab Mtp://www.ci.seandia.mn.us Please read bejore co�pleting: The City will not begin proee�aing an'application that is incomplete. Deta�7�submission requirements may be found in the Scandia Development Code,availabla at the City office and website(www.ci.scandia.mn.us)and in the checklist forms for the gartieular type of a�plication. Application fees are d�e at tl�e time af application and are not ref usdable. 1. Property Location: (street address, if applicable) � L �� 2. WasLington County Parcel ' �� I�_.,,t� ��7� •��.�} , f�D (� . rT�-� 3. Complete Legal Description: (attach if necessary) �"� ,�L�C.�� l� �{oGr�`� ��=�' 2'� �t,a.T � 4. Owner(s): Phone: CELL— �R,�'-�t� �1�D ��-� �� ' �� - � 7��e� �/� q� �s ►�� c� �--� �. �� M� ��J�p / E-Mail: Y G h'f'0"1 �L'z�Yrc'�'Rs.�"."hE��. Street�4d ess: City/State; Zip: 5. Applicant/Contact Persan: Phane: ��-`�',o�l-� �-Ra�v�: c�) �As �� ro� Street Address(Mailing): E-Mail: City/State: Zip: 6. Requested Action(s): (check all rhar apply) � Varianoe Administra�ive Permit Amendmeut (Development C.ode) Variance Fa�tension fh'P�) Amendment(.Cbmp.Plan) Conditional Use Permit(CUP) Site Plan Review �� Subdivision,Minor CLTP Extension CiJP/()pen Space Subdivi,sion. Site Plan Modification Subdivision,Preliminary Plat/Major CUP/Planned Unit Development S�p��tension Subdivision,Final Plat Interim Use Permit(IUP) Sign(Permanent) Environmental Review 11/19/2010 7. Brief Description of Request: (attach separate sheet if necessary) �5� �.-�a�� 8. Project Name: C�.t,1� — l� �c��.N�� I hereby apply for consideration of the above described request and declare that the information and materials submitted wiih this application are complete and accurate. I understand that no application shall be considered complete unless accompanied by fees as required by city ordinance. Applications for projects requiring more than one type of review shall include the cumulative total of aIl applicatian fees specified for each type of review. I understand that applicants are required to reimburse the city for all out-of-pocket costs incurred for processing,reviewing and hearing the application.These costs shall include,but are not limited to:parcel searches;publication and mailing of notices;review by the city's engineering,planning and other consultants; legal costs,and recording fees. An escrow deposit to cover thesc costs will be collected by the city at the time of application. The minimum escrow deposit shall be cumulative total of all minimum escrow deposits for each type of review required for the project,unless reduced as provided for by ordinance. The city rttay increase the amount of tha required escrow deposit at any time if ihe city's costs are reasonably expected to exceed the mini.mum amount. Any balance remaining after review is complete will be refunded to the applicant. No interest is paid on escrow deposits. PLEASE NOTE: If the fee owner is not the applicant,the appiicant must provide written authorization by the fee owner in order for this application to be considered complete. prop er Signature(s) Date: �� "�f�- APp e�s� Date: � �a��- �� - �a� For City Use Only Application Fees: Escmw Deposit: l l/19/2010 Bryan & Karen Crane 9425 Norwood Ln N Maple Grove,MN 55369 December 7,2010 TO: City of Scandia 14727—209th St.N. Scandia, MN 55073 REF: BRYAN & KAREN CItANE—NEW RESIDENCE VARIANCE REQUEST Property Location: 19107 Layton Ave,Scandia,MN ATTACHMENT TO VARIANCE APPLICATION T'he app(icant is requesting the following variances due to the hardship of the lot being othetwise unbu ildable. The subject properry has been maintained in separate ownership from contiguous parcels and is therefore as a nonconforming lot,is considered a separate parcei for the purposes of sale or development. A hardship exists because a single family home is an allowed land use in the Agricultural, Shore tand Overlay Distticts,but the existing lot is not big enough to allow for a home that conforms to all dimensional standards and allowable square footage requirements for a structure. The tot being unbuiidabie meets the criteria for the request of variances. The applicant is requesting variances for lot size, lot width,set-back from the Ordinary High Water Level of Big Marine Lake, right- of-way setback to road,and Lot coverage of more than 25%. See the attached chart for reference of the Standard Code,the 2008 Variaace tbat was granted,and tbis current request. This applicadon is generally in conformance to previously approved variances. The current owners did not create the hardship of the smali lot size. The construction of the proposed single family 1-story walk-out will not alter the essential character of the area. The character of the area is a single family residential neighborhood with homes ranging in size from small cabins to largac year-round homes. The proposed home is similar is scale to the other homes located on small riparian lots on Big Marine Lake allowed through the variance process. The proposed home is in harmony with the general purpase and intent of the�rdinance to address environmental and aesthetic concerns,and is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan guidance for protecting natural resources and scenic views. The addition of landscaping and preservation of existing vegetation where feasible protects the environment and scenic view. 1 The City engineer has recommended the Individual Sewage Treatment focation. Washington County has recommended the site storm water drai3�age shown on the i.andscape Plan,for the best waier guality protection. The code requires that the water location be a minimum of 50 feet from the sewage treatment location. There will be underground electric,cable TV,and lnternet to the house from the existing pole at the northwest corner of the propeRy. There wili be no disturbance w+thin the high water setback area,and a silt fence will be placed along#he north and lake sides as requested. In regard to the site plan,there a 6-new coniferous trees along ihe north property to screen from the neighbors_ The rest of the trees are placed to screen the house from the road_ There are 2-rain gardens in the front lawn with plantings of native species to catch the swale run-offfrom both sides ofihe house. After construction there will be 4"of mineral soi! with seed as required by the Water Conservation Distric�The City Engineer will be approving the driveway materiaf as required. There are 5 ash trees to be removed and replaced with 10 trees with a caliper of 2.5"of same deciduous tree or 6 ft. coniferous tree of approved species. The buckthorn on the site wilf be removed,and the dying cottonwood.See the Landscape Plan for the new planting locations and for the storm water drainage. All fees will be paid. Attached as follows: . Certificate of Survey • Aerial Photograph • Landscape Plan R ar , n �r l/t f a�- l�� Bryqn& Karen Crane 2 Washington County Page 1 of 1 W,.,.L:w.v{v� MoueO by cLll lll l��ial i V w�puxM Appr�ylp,Int� ��/1/ Parcel Number: 30.032.20.44,0006 Property Address: SCANDIA, MN Class: RESIDENTIAL Legal Description: SUBDIVISIONNAME HOLIDAY BEACH 2ND PLAT LOT fi BLOCK 1 SUBDIVISIONCD 91306 Prior Year Value Information Year Land Value Dwelling Value improvement Value Totat Value 2012 $233,700 $0 $0 $233,700 2011 $228,OQO $0 $0 $228,000 More Years... Land Front Foot Information Lat Front Rear Side 1 Side 2 Main l.ot 75.00 75.00 1.00 1�� Land Information l.ot Type Square Feet Acres Lump Sum 12,632 0.290 Sale lnformation Saie Date Amount Recording 08/20/20'12 $220,OQ0 http://washington.minnesotaassessors.com/parcel.php?gid=47779 11/30/2012 IN-Washin�on ePayma�receipt.•- =..t..,,.........,..._...�.,...__ ---•--- - -. - From: tgooes<te�•�.rm.us� To: bigbrytl�ec�bi9bKyd�e�aol.corr►> SubJec� MN-Vl�ashir�ton ePaY��P�.. D�ate: Fri.Oct 12.2012 5:'i5 pm Thank you fo`using ePayment Services to ptocess your paymerrt oMine. Piease keep thi.s Bceipt ier your reoor�ds ard if you hav�e any questions, Pi�se cor�tad us at.. yYashingtp�Gae��,y Taxpayer Services Oivlsion 14949 62nd Street PbrtF� P.O. BoX 200 Stillwater, MN 55082-0200 (651)430-6175 Emai�ta�aes�co.washr�gton.mr�.us Deacription Amount Payment for 30.032.20.44.0006 $1,473.00 Nate:This is an a�amated messa9e� Please do not re�ly to ttis address. 10/12/20I2 6:06 F , ,.�� Bryan &Karen Crane 9425 Norwood Ln N Maple Grove, MN 55369 December 26, 2012 T0: Sherri Buss, City Planner for Scandia, MN TDKA 444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500, St. Paul, MN 55141 City o#Scandia 14727—209�'St.N. Scandia,MN 55073 REF: BRYAN & KAREN CRANE—NEW RESIDENCE Property Location: 19107 Layton Ave, Scandia,MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.00Q7 LETTER ON OWNERSHIP In 2048 a variance was granted on this parcel. Since then we have purchased the property and are the current owners of the parcel. There is no affiliation, connection, or purchase or intended sale made from or to the contiguous property owners identified as follows: Neighbor to the North: Bradlev A.Bergo Street address: 19123 Layton Ave. Municipality: City of Scandia City: Marine,MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.0007 Nei�hbor to the South: Douslas E.&Karen M. Salmela Stxeet address: 19091 L,ayton Ave. Municipality: City of Scandia City: Marine on St. Croix, , MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.0005 Regaxds, Bryan&Karen Crane 1 • • • � . • � � , ., v _ � , ._ �t... �, , �:. ` !�"�' �„�, ' . � {/'y .. � . ` . . : . .� ' V � "� � ..c/� �� .• r .r�. :,� � � � �~� �.. ra.�; Ik,�A�,�,f.. �f � *;�t� �l. • i. R- � �r � •t. ,' r t .�.F �v.� . t a,`��, .. -.. �. . � � �� .. .': '_ _ r �..•, ��f'� �� "�`�v f, � . . ♦' � ' �. Fp�'• jj ��+. *� � r `- • . �y .. t��y `� . a� '4 ��t � j r ,t t�. . 7 'Y '� �� 4. 7� � �N."µfi44��' �fa ' �� . � .. �. �tl a . "J.� � , i�,i'�-vV�:� . . Y �y,y 1 • ' .:J 1. _ . ,,f,* ' . �: .r `' �� : . . - `�' -1 .�..,� � '. � • � .. ��".. 1� n � , . , „ . , � v � y'"F. f'r� �s � _.<� �i . ` -•'1. �4 ti ,r, - . 'A� ^ �: . �� '� t . � ,R= .. i: . j i rt'.'� . � ��. :�i '1. •i�, � - = . � i� ) ,� A �'� ;�.�-�. '�'��_ .. , ,,� ,.� ....,. +�� y� . s � " ' � �_�'. � 3�. . . � ,•�: '� � ') •} �" � � �t' . r�. �Lj' . .w �a � f�r',�,L• , " 1 .� �r �r t . . . . .. y.J. � V ,�. S N j �^ `. + � ..��`�M.�y,1 �r� � . . . � ,�.rf. . ' � 11[�� ,�� .t . •'i+ � �i ' ,� ' '� , . . . . � � � , �I.. �y�1+�� •'•� " ��.. � . .. . . � }�„�yy�-��. - , '�_ � J .1�:� *'`� � r ` �;.t � ',; ' � i�n . � ' : , . .. � , y� �4..� .. -.•.�r ., .• - ' '-oA � ... . • ' o- � :, "�i'. � . �`i': nr� �. �. ,. .P. . ' ' �=''' � i - `' � -�. , a� -��' h. s+ j �#~ "�9� ' �` . ., �+ �. ? �.► . .. . ��- ., � ',�, �'- ,. . ,� .�''• . 7�' � . . , �, . i ', � �. �'. • �,�� :. � . , .. - � , ii , ; � � . , i.Q' y•�' � � ��" _ . ' .. $ r 4, � .. i�' i .� y� y� �^ ' • !�� . � . . . �f �• ' S"j r ' � ` r� . � . . . . � i� 'r � ` _ J {f'�'�1�. _.: , _ ; .:, � .w..� . � d _ /�.}., ,.. � ' I ¢ � �' � ' !.;' .. •,�� . .7y ��' �' ��; L� ' - 1 J � �d:T i �^� r, . t .,7?t' ,y+ ti z v�' .�� , �'� �,�¢��x ,,, � �,� • �: � `'� `�-� ,�"� . i''`�� • ��'' :7 .. s'� . ' . � ' �)��r3 . � ^�; � < •,�I. . w?},!m�` � f..;ti \ � �'+ta'"z,x �' '� �� '' �± ��! LV '-�ti7�a� u'.'�/ `-! '�� "� �'�6F�. �'.Ni�w ��,a 'a�"JL�� . '�'a,�1�.� "1 .. r.. ,&,.- . , . , . , , � i� �: ��:�' i �. ,.� �' �� r ' ... .. � � " . ,�yr e� � ��:;,,;, , � ;� ;�, � �4�. . ' ,; ' ,..,,,,. �� r �� ' • �� '�� - .- - . �, �. .. �� . _ w�� Sherri A. Buss From: msvcarlsan[msvcarlson@grr►ail.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 18, 2012 11:3a AM To: Sherri A. Buss Subject: Landscape Plan- Revised as of 12-18-12 AttachmenEs: revised Landscape Plan 19107-1.pdf Hi Sherri- Since we are going for a variance;we propose bituminous instead of pavers for the driveway because of cost and function. It is very difficult to plaw a permeabfe paver driveway. Pavers tend to pop-out,sink in certain areas, and require a significant maintenance in our 4-season change of ground condition. Let me know if you have further comment on this, Regards, Ar�i,F�tc�ur, 1K.c� Gina Carlson 1 Let me know if you have further comrnent on this. Regards, Arc�+.�tQ-k-fur, t v� Gina Carlson z <2 !f? . Ny � ,-+ Y� w � / � l'V �� r�"`.r•"�,� / �. /' Carne�ian-Marine-St. Croix Watershed District Scandia Plaza 11•2t150 Ozark Aver�ve•P,O.Baoc i$8•Scandia,MN sgo73•Tel 6g1.�.21�0 December 1'7,2012 Ms. Sherti Buss TKDA 444 Cedar Street,Suite 1500 St Pau1,MN 55101 re: CMSCWD Commcnt 12-015 Crane Variance Dear NLs.Buss: Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this application which includes a lake set- back and hard cover variance. The Disbrict does not favor granting variances in these instances as they increase the possibility for negative nnpacts to Big Marine Lake,one of the District's high value resources. However,we also realize that pre-e�risting small lots require exceptions to be made and that this may be one of those situations. This project will require a District permit for stormwater management,erosion contral and shoreland buffers. The District recommends that the lake side setback be maximi�,ed and the hardcaver be minimized as much as possible,and that the Watershed District Permit be made a condifion of tlie variance. The requirements of our Permit will work to mitigate further impacts to the lake. 'I'hank you again anci do not hesitate to call with any questions. S' ly, , J Sha�er �� dministra#or cc_ Kristina Handt City of Scandia Bryan and Karen Crane applicants Carl Almer Emmons&Oliviez Resources �le c-inail 1ShaveraQCMSCWD.w�a w�bsiOc N'wN'.CMSC-'WD.aB Inoieet n rU/1`�I �OV�1 oN E W , RESIDENCE S l�I ��z � g , a ey°G� �9��7 ��g � ad,w LA en sga . ��_£ . x �O� � �cand�a . �lfnnescic �:�� E b�� ' ' � BRYAN &I.AREN CRA� � ��.. 5 5 �� p, J � �` � Ex � � �/ / MAP�E GROVE, MN 553 t 6�7;MT, U tten � �� ... . . ''., � �,.':- 6273 \ : , � �� —— —— �°� �� n � o� � wN vw WM \ -.I K �... .. r . .i . I ' t II � wroo..d �o�. i. � swtk rwx �� ' I � i � l � �� f l �n ��m :��" �a'� �0p� i �II � �� :� � I I I ' \ � i roARCHITE:7UR� INC. . � � �� II I � Lot 6 ' � � I wm �g...''. � I �y0 3 � 1161 E Ybyrata BIvd15�Xeymtv . �f�' l I� � �� '�C � r+�' �ryr i v �'-. q � � � I 3 IQ 5 �' v:e��eos-�osa .� .�' N F•NCMt4 ur.ge�gmap.can � � nw �\R� tinqa�. I SWn Ik — ao g I u I � I V N �� ; I � 1 _ : �' � ' � I� ��8� � �...._._M�...�_._r.. .5, $ \ ^!� � � � � � ,�je,,' � ' � 4;�:: '_ _ � � �� Y �"� �� ; i �, „�W '� � �� `� ,/ �� __��=�= �� l � �. � ,a-- , W m .� �...�. � �� > ; _�— ,�� , � �o � � � I �,.a e� � � � � ,2�_,z �„a� ;, � �;, __ __ � _„_�_„..�,�,�,,�g .�. �g � o �a � � a.s1 �Rew o�e.Iunk a / - 1`\ \ \ \ - 1l10 �00 �j �` �I �'� •� 1 11�PJ � \ : \.(�� l � _ __.� i ...._.—._.. .. .--__ --."_""—. . _. . .__.'_-___-_'__'_' � : __ ___ _ _ --- --_--- — _— - —�Qt—� — _ _ � �,� , �--�— ��, � �—,�� ^� � � Gina Carlson � � /�.., � AIA Associate /'/�// — su�m,:. xmsw ,x-as-�z u�Ha oe�. lotAreaCalculetlons NerdCo`erCekuletbnn Legend Symbd - e,_-.—.'-- DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROP0.SED AS BUILT ... Total LW=13,848 Howe 1824 Oxege 844=2,888 Swab �,,�� LANDSCAPE PLAN . .. _ ..... . __. . 25°k o/TMeI Lot=3.412 pAck=729 ..... . .Coniferoua Trae � House Type Welk Out - � � -----. _ ... ..p_.. .. . . _._.__ . ,�. . _ .. ..._.. .. ......._.. . ._.- . Lat above 9422 Cont=�10,500 Steps&Lantltng=NA� Dedtluoua Tree Bsmt Floar Elev. 9t8.00 - .--- .. . . . w� a: . . __.. .. _. . _ . 5%W Lot ebove 9422 Cont=2.825 Sidewelk 6 LanAng=NA..... .-Netive Plentlnpe � � O - . Oarage Floor Bev. . . . . _ . .. Ddveway=BN _. .Rain Gerden __... .. _.� .��. . . �Top FourMation Ebv.. .� .__... _. .. . . . . .. .. ..... . . .Total=4.008 . . ..._.. . ._ .. . . . .. ��uc'� o.: """ ' ' 1 o f 1 ��/��/�z �7E�l.�,Yj'w� 19107 � � Layton Ave a � w�' �Z �yN i$ w~�O �� \ �/ $Wr�a�Minrreso[a � � / X fi �_ '� � BRYAN S NAREN CRANE - m�� g �ti� � `_•', , � 9425 NORWOOD LN N , �,.�� . I ' J / MAPLE GROVE,MN 55369 L Q] � � 76.EI / _ _" ��—_-' -g (/J M,73 \ Of / I J� N Pw O ¢I m � \ I L � So� ` „ „ ` , � . �,. , � l , \ 1€ / ��'t a' �Po..d �� ` � ' ' \ � Rory L Syretel'ren p P nek rank � �� R j c ! t � � � ��•:�N �� « 0 1 I� ��L V / I� � � I `� �3WayzamA Dri�South ..� �� Ny�� —, .�� 9 0 \ ryl Ab + � P:672-8D2-3222 '.� � �� M�e �� ` I I g ' Ia y I � E:roryrls�gmail.can Q � J -- �� ■ ' � I; )J$q/ r _ �- 1Lo l I N 6 � \ ' �/�. � m^� I �a I I I ��„a �y I � _ - -:T=� ��.J l 16 \lI I I I � ' / � ��.....�.. � m�a� ' + �t� I' � p I N I j1 J '' � i,� � / Q� �d�.. ��: ` e�n 11 7 wo / ,J � � � / — d�4$ _ 6 `� �_�,�> � / _ � Q �� — ___ 4I ,� A�.� � / _ ` � g , °"-`" � 1\� 'j' � �� / _ ,1� ,Z�Y� �J "�• - m __._-. _. . _ _______- -';_:��':� _._..__--_.— . _. ." � .e-.n __._-____.___ . —_-'_'._ � � � ( ..r i---------bea- n I�.n-o�Pron�v�rve�bd_._-�- ---- ---�- - ------ - :_v� Lot Stx(6), 61odc Ons(I),.HOLIDAY BEACH 2nd PLAf, �a.�� SURVEY LEOEND — DOSTINO CONDITIONS �„ wasrr�,yron cov��y, Mhrnesota ,�—�� •�axH�w m�no' " 0��L __��,� Canerd Notes �°11'O"r'""a` —'—�000'�" l. nrs Boundory ond Topogrophk fn/ormotim wos •wme rwas vueoiaa►o amre � � o �� _�—�� .: � obtalned lrom a avney prapared by Lrndmark 1 _ M Y�1[MlK uneo�a�o msnye /;:��. Survbying. lna dofed Avguat 26. 2008. [ ' i . § e iaHnacr�ooa - ao�nc u�u* 2. The Proposed house os ahown herean wos obtalned ,�� _ i a vaiu ra� ww u�iaa fran o ARLYIITE7CTLR, INC. DA7FD DEC£MBER 61H, e iwr rai oome eu� 20/2. - ��e. Doowe� ,2.vm nn�nei �,�,.�-�mMa� 3. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PROPOSED BUIDING x ��T�p�� Lot Mea Cakuletlons HeN Covm Cakulatlom IIJFORMATION MUST BE CHECKm YYITH APPROVm DEVELOPMEN7PlAN PROPpSED ASBUILT Te°e1 LO� '�°�d �'� ENGINEQtING AND ARCHITECTURAL PLANS BEFORE � �OTc�mFlUTE a zsc x reed�et��.are wd��ese DCCAVATION OR CONSTRUCTION �g � �,,,..r�. wm ac �asv.s+zx oo�e.-o.sao s�eo-ee � e.ne.nee.�. we,00 �e or�ao..ans c�e.-zus ��-iro Y �ro ee adoven = — �j i9�m - ov.a noer o... on...dr•ai L1 u Toy FouMotlon FHv. To1al-1.10.5 „ � DnoM Fen qy�hund �� — � � 1 of 1 �m � ;[i jt�' � o'� �� , Z ?� ` N°'N� }��a;�i.sfgd� �I, > � u Qz p �'"?`�m_ �E��e(' �� . i: g r 9Q ` � � � oZ E ti]iE�t��,� 3 i ,�i�� d �+— o, o � � �O o � � `�� a��fiii?Ilg�� i ' e - _ � X g Z W J � �� - ! i':e� I ' 3 5 tii a" � � m z s ��...e 3s�;�i�aPt -�. J � � .,e,�-y,.:.._....___. y", m � � n3a� g,,,;� - 1 � m� _ � ,z; ;i:�� _-�� 4 -�—� �" 1 R � , � � �� & � e � il�5 T . �>>�,.�4.1 _ „'.�`.+:5.* � # ^ a Wwi4�}l^�'k�$iY,}�A. ^L` �Sl �9��'\ '• �� 1�4� J -._T'� ` ��ERi ti��t��' t r — - S.^C �� i .�,., 4 �C ' � ��.• � � 1 � �i..��., .e,.�l.�}. ,. � .I,�e� ., �� yl "� �il(�LL"' A�i .. � I - � .�4'�4 �� _ � � k� � f _ �� ,� � �� y� ��. .y, ..� ;�7 k I �' ;� F f d �.Y v�yy. �r �� r � k"u, 'f' - � �.Y+i�f P 1 1'l_ y. � $!_ � + '�a[, . lk� ,� �uS :�. a � � y�3i+G�,. � � >1f� F�f�' y� � ��5^"!(+ e`i ��. � �4P ..7. � 1 �a� � p�� 1 ��aP`� _ �4��r�` �S �3'��x ., e�i� �� , .. t� ! + J � ti .e V- � S 3�' '�h. , F'�Pi, k�M �`t.% - ��v ti t� } tt� �,4��S�t, �'� ,� �` R c 7' ^x ry� P . � �Q. x ,d' ��A ;�rf� Y. i �f r�P� \ E Y 4'� ', h �ti Y 3 ��: , �' �'�f�sd6,o7if °�a i � i4 t- (x�4�" � �. r w� ,� � C ;�"'i r ' �s ? i � ; 'L .F�� f w � �, _ q r a �.�' r' , � � � � � � �� ..r� ..�-�� ^� ��- � �N s �i.� �:, o-��ed� �,�i �`1r rt ��,.�ett� r� 4��&,,g kyni".. G �� + �„� �ts - {�v � s� �c t � ,1. v� 3 ?;� 1�},� `� "3� y� .��'y+v �, � �� s�s�,��"�, ?.,, M 1 � .��h �i�5 W C �,� y $ F2 �� 7�� ' �r� ^1- ,, � Q'! .' R N..� �l._ S �, �, ,� . WY �FY �Yry' t 1" ��+" �� y,S' t ��Y` #� 'e / : ^�w"SS a" ., k�r _ ��" � t > � �� .� �"�4 � n' �ti.. .s y� k ��. ' ;��,y � �,'�s�� '`� �a��F ., , '� �,' � 3 � s ,� e � ��"`� r � �a ��,�k �^ �� F,.� �P� a y, �` a ,� s�. prq $v7t� . � .�'�x�k�1, ;{;�� - f� :� e�`� 'a�`" },zj�iw. �e��>k '.tiC-$r'r 93_� ':�k � ,,.y,. ��„ � t ��ir� �`' `\��4�`-'��is>�� y�T =�-�', i� � � ��r� a�'z �"�b'�# � 2 ' � i . �: � '� �� F ^�n"�= n � s�Y.'"�,„y E�`^�1r �y�..� '� � 9 � �Y'�'� ��L �!i a � a �64� E, 7 �tC�r� � � � ��e ��a^!� ' ,A �v R' � ;� a � r�� ro�da.�}�`Ji ' '�`�� - ;'�r��F i �4� 'y�� .. ��, r��5 ��+3.�^"s'��,�', wr � - � ' d-� "3.�,� � a� � �Y`'��' '�� er�y"�'cr �� r ; ��•� �,` � l ii�� " r��J ��i+ �� ' ��.S� t �tir��'��`�fi " �v��'�ti �ti��rs�'�4 "'� �'. 1 '�:. f }.y� ➢��,„ }. '��yy��,�. i� �� . �' _ ♦ �� . Y�x'i y,t <4�5� ��)1: 8 �t' �{ '�i' �.� � n T�� pg �X..,��'� iT1t�i'� �"��, 't+�t" �, i 4� ,� �� # ..'�Q �,y��"9•�� t�. * ��s.1��'y��a'. q� .�>.: �„ r �$, r�� ,�� r 4»� � ,y � �� y��,� A4... ,w.R �+ .Y�`' r� h '� � f l:' F y�.�S ,�' a` �?tg � c�' � � ��.�' �� q �.�gav,.'. -e� �<y;�.� �y� �d a�� s,�� .,�'�y'r's �. } �� r � �i k q� '' " g.a� .7� k � � �9' '� �s Y�"t� iI � � �.r h. �°"°r � . x , .�y �+ r s � ,�c �p � r� ��,� �' �,. k ,W�� v � � �'1�� 1 i#,4�e� r < �« d'� $ ��p ��" �' �� j � �r �pe R ' j- � `� +.Ls.��7��. �m� . 'R p.- _ � laC�g..,` �g� �� '�, ,.iY'� , � x�� , 4 � , S ,�, " ;a r, 3�,, , ��F. il R�. �� ` 4 �' P. r'I,y�.� � � � � .� p,��f��"� .n�,SA � tS�4�+�-�ft'�` P4-�. �� i�.� � .f . � � , ,-t � y . . ,. . a, �"� t�a.ti`�'�. %g4.��q�`'?�Ss^M��'ef!. ;�, r� �":srs.r 'Ysx .:.��",��t,` .x ,.M'�::s. �-.��.,».awd.��.«b��,a:�...�. NEW RESIDENCE 0 � ` �,• % � � 19107 b i H�,,. � Layton Ave d=� w«� . . ��' � X � / L_"` ' Sca�dia,MinnesWa E$S m�� p % 'j�' 8 BRYAN&KAREN CRANE �� _ o � .�j�� 6 . I 1 �/�./ �"�� N E J / MAPLE G'ORO EO,MN 5369 L..-.. T' � �e.o � 2 ` zs.a — I � �r srxt 62 - � \ NEW / j V�\~ 1 g� / a � — — a_ � �- RAIN � �� , , .`�re�e � m.o w \� GARD� � � \ \ �r/ � � �i� �I � � i � PLANT GS 'I � 1 �' O a.�� +II d �� ; � \ • ARCHI7E:UR,NC. z � � I� I / j c ) 1 � � ' k. . Ew wo I� /��L V ( � \ tI� ' i�a�¢.wm,:ru..�.u�w.n...Muss» ? � N �M� � � �t �� /§� � , .,,,�.��. „��«,.�,�;�.� C s NEW � s�.k � � � I `� � ' �'� � I � Q N .o �� I � (� 1��/ � � _ �/� .� � R � �0 '( �,� I Q � __ �--W`�' � a I E �z � �\ 3 / � �.,.__.._.__�:=� --� .:€ , � � �� I � ' \ n n o ..� p � G � W� / � .� ..��. ,.=:o i! � r PL 1J 'G ' �.✓ ^'��'` l � �':.E-��Y � µa 6 �P°� � � � / ar-i2 ?,.N,u�au.� � o � l / , "� s �s r�M s� '�—— d I �l �as: \\ rt o.� � ! i �no / � ' ` / , � `'i^pt�� - � � * � m _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ � �__ _ _ ( � ..r - � �_... ., r a.c ss-�� / c�,.ca,i�, � �.. / . j AIAAssociate / j,�', , y i spr.. It�IY-fi LotNeaCakulatlons HerdCoverCaleulatbns Legend Syrt�bol DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSED AS BUILT Teto1 LO� -�� 4n��O7��.620 Snl� � IArDSCAPE PUN 2S7[ef Totd Let-],�I2 paq�-777 ConHaw�Trss �{B Hour Tp� Wdk Out Lot aEow 9{22 Cont�q.700 5lqs!la�Anq�NA �Mduoua Trea � Bsm!Fbor F1w. W8.00 25f[of Lot abow 9s22 caM.-LexS Sk.rdk�NA NatM%onlYps O = - � �9�� DrM�eY�NA PnmloM�(BIO Rain GarCw� � Top foa�tlotbn dv. TWnI.J,3B7 Pmnaabb Powrt Sf'.�1E IIf }[6L � O` � r DAT� '.2-14-;2 , P.'N'-IGNS: 55�-�� ___ _'_' �'..-O^� ___-___ 1�•_�• 1 I __L_-__'_� `____'__"'� �________� �---1 I I I o T1A�aCAR o I -�ry' GARAGE STORAGE � i z � GAfiAGE � � z _ _ � _ _ _ _ __ z w � 15'-6" Q W ¢ x � o - � � � oN 7 a Q CL LAUNDRY �=�z � � FRONT � ENTRY -- J �_� � - ��.� �p CL �j�? � � C—-_._-7 Lr:.._�I - wacnrreK�uRwc. �_ KITCHEN +� �/ PH 612-9a:iKG UVING - N1i �MSTRBATH �� E.Mvkd�uN��coR.�! � i �. •w c:�iro, Au a FP awnsx+ � DINING i FP/ ' MASTER BDR T� dca riu iziziz � MAIN LEVEL ` I DECK � 55'-6' 'v ----- . i ------ snccr no. A.1 _--------- -- =-- SCALE: 1/18�= I'O� p�__�HEFTS DA�:.yi=14_12 � P.EN51�': 55'-6" ----------- ---- i � y � . �, ti .J � � � � _-- _I fumaca,hot h20, --� STORAGE air cleaner,water softemer? ___ E sump?floor drain,boiler --- for in-floor heat? w � z �, �i� � �� A _ 6A7'H SAUNA _ _ _ . . _ _ _ _7�U 5S FP ��z > OFFICE/BDR � � Q z � � � o � � r�3 ^ w �� I I - ��,�.—�n—� ARCH:TEk7UR�NC POOL AREA ,::s,�� OFFICE/BDR EMAII .�r�r a d��.�i��c�.�� w c ar�o� AIA Aux. 30371503 �mo..12:23� SCREEN PATIO LOWER LE VEL -----------------�-- �- ------g-----------� I ,. u i L--------� ------- C -------- fl � Su�ET IJr. 30'-0" ,q2 -- --------------__.._..---�-----__.__ I oF__sH�Ers oar:.i a--+a-t2 P.E�n'.�HS_.`_ i--__-__..__ �—___—'_.__ - — ------------- -- -- -- — --- _ Roof Level 2 � � 29'-3" ` ---- -- - — -- _ _ _._ _ Roof Level --I C; _ �- 26'-0" � � i Roof Level 1 ,1 z� � _ - - — — -- - - 18'-6" v U� o � ,�,� � � --- n,� WF� � � _ ��z � ; � ¢ W < -- -� ' Main Level t� � Q o I _ -- — _ 10'-6" J o � � — �. 3 0 - � w _ � � �=-_:_ -- `, � ` Lm z �'-- �� - �� Lower Level � ARCHfIEK7:lt,NC. —.... _.. .— . -... - ._ I i . . . ... ._ . . . ...r.. ._ —O��O�r PEl 612-8Q'r39G6 I . ��. i . � . �) . �. . � . � .. � ' � EMAIL .... ' . i:�fTArc�llek[ur('can � i � � . ... _... I �� .... . ...._... _. ..... . ... ; .. _ ..... i ��,� . . I . �. . ' �.. .I . i . ; � .. . ... .._ ..... ........ ..... ......i .. I .. . .. , ._.._.. _.. ..! .......� � .. . ' . � � ; - � ; . . � . . � - �; i ; �� i G1reCarleai ..._ ... � . . . .. � .. . _ _..._.. ...... ._......_ .... � � � . � . I .... AIAAssne. i i � j .. ,. . ... . ... '. .. _. I . 1. ..� . ...... .. . .... . ... .. .. .. .; .. . .. . .. . . .. . °03T:573 J09�t0.t21I12 J �; . j� _ `�, .. . . ,S' • . I EAST �ELE V ATION � SHEE7 M0. A.4 SCALE:3/16= 1'-0' o=_st+eEr� � ORTE'.._�.`i 4-12 REVinOHc: � I _—_'� C]] � z . Roof Level 2 � Q a _...------------- __-- --------�--- - — ------- — — — -_... — �.— — -- — ---- — 29, 3, � �"' Z Q Root Le�rel Czi7 U `� — _-- �--- ------ ------ -- -- — � �Q W d I ..._ Y8'-op I Ca r ' I" �� o w W � ;�' � � � mz � � aoo��a�i� , I_ — ___ _.__ .._ _ _._... - — 18_6,-- � - --- -- ❑Q � � _..._._ _ ___._._..._------ � - � �. , ARCHI7EATUN.�NC "'"_' 1 I ; � �' .._._�_._ .. .._.__..._,.._.._.. � PH:612�80.f3166 1 - I�I �� I I I � I EMAIL —__'_" _____ .�^. — �.��.—....__ _J--._.--...._ lrtf�Ylu'C�RE[lu�'Ga.mn I I �� Main Level I — �._ ._. .- ; ' . . . - --- ..._ --- -."--------'--� ._.__ '_ _' _"..____"_ ��'s� GInaGM1 . . .... . . . . . . . . .... AIA Av�nc. 303/1509 .,OB Y�,i2i2i? _J I W�� ELEVATION I J St1EE".'N0. A.3 SCALE:3/16=1'-0' ,�____�,E�S i ��-� . , .. � �, �, � , : $ . �,,.�. . "° .� � . i � ��: ��.,�j�� ..i ._j,� � _ �y�± '.1 �' . � �.' � � .,r� ,. . _�� . �,. cs---��c.r�� a.w.. .. _ . , 7M ° .. t •�� , , � '�S`y,'.=*� I �: s • . << ,�� '� l � �� , . i� � , f� �} ..:. ��,�� >. ! �`�� , , W.n�,E.;,� � � . -��„ .y = -I� �il �' . �"�. ��e �' ) , , ,,.��,y. � ,.s .�, , � - . „ -.. . � «ar ,�`�,� �� :� _, � � �. . .. ar ',' .-,. , ,; � . � � .. - •.� * � �� f �� - � v � . .:��. e.� �, �• �... ��` ,.,rt. .. ?�,��,�,. � � - . . f v.�lzr�r�� GS.:. '��.._. . ; '�4 .. �_. 4*, i�v'�. . . .. ' Y, ; ..,- !. � %+ - . f � f ....,�,.• d:,` X. - „. +. r 4 . _ �..�. . .,. *�",,. ._,� �� . � ,, _ .. . , � � .,; . . ., � . �, . - i � . . �e�. .. � y .f�li��. " .. " .:y.� ""3'! *� w� .i � '�� . ., t � , �^:m�� v �+ � - � _ �� .. _ _ :.w ..�. .„ "�. . ,#�i... .. .,! , ..- . : . , ,..p ��. . , r: ,.s 7F'' e , -�. +,.� i�I i �t.�1 ..` ��,. * '��. . E�: ,,. . .. • . . .. . � �„ . . i,� � ^�a...:i� � .� . ,. .. . . ._-�r� �..+.�.".r'�!`""'�. :- � . ......^...„"�s^. . y . � . . x ' : ,a w f �j� +� i . . " ,.i. ��..� . ,� .� ��-� �' { ..M:.' • .`.'" � y[ .4"�'w�.+�`';:• � 4,�-;', x �,•"4 ` ' �., !� ��_'�"� .. ' �� [nr1 TTr„r� �.R . ��'� ��.� I ,�p .,.r�'��s� ,�s f, ,� �� r�•- ��. sa4.+,: _ _ ... � �a x��i "�,� a., , :.� . . � . _ �� . .�' r . � �.� ..� � t c?a^�� F. .. 'e. { '�.� � ._`' ,.'• >. � �. . �� -- � � �';,�, , �„�" . � � �` . ; :�s,. h�,�� .--�:�� R^'1:'� � Bryan & Karen Crane 9425 Norwood Ln N Maple Grove, MN 55369 December 26, 2012 TO: Sherri Buss, City Planner for Scandia, MN TDKA 444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500, St. Paul, MN 55101 City of Scandia 14727 —209th St. N. Scandia, MN 55073 REF: BRYAN & KAREN CRANE—NEW RESIDENCE Property Location: 19107 Layton Ave, Scandia, MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.0007 LETTER ON OWNERSHIP In 2008 a variance was granted on this parcel. Since then we have purchased the property and are the current owners of the parcel. There is no affiliation, connection, or purchase or intended sale made from or to the contiguous property owners identified as follows: Neighbor to the North: Bradlev A. Bergo Street address: 19123 Layton Ave. Municipality: City of Scandia City: Marine, MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.0007 Nei�hbor to the South: Douglas E. & Karen M. Salmela Street address: 19091 Layton Ave. Municipality: City of Scandia City: Marine on St. Croix, , MN 55047 PID: 30.032.20.44.0005 Regards, Bryan & Karen Crane 1 ■� �+ ��'�� W:ArchlfekturGo.com P:612.805.3966 E:infoC�?ArchitekturGo.com 1161 E. Woyzata Blvd., #154, Wayzata, MN 55391 TO: Sherri Buss, City Planner for Scandia, MN TDKA 444 Cedar Street, Suite I500, St. Paul, MN 55101 City of Scandia 14727—209th St.N. Scandia, MN 55073 RE: Karen and Bryan Crane, Owners &General Contractors 9425 Norwood Lane, Maple Grove, MN 55369 PH: 763-772-3243 NEW CUSTOM HOME DESIGN/BUILD 19107 Layton Ave., Scandia,MN 55047 LETTER ON SEPTIC & WATER LOCATIONS ON THE PROPERTY SEPTIC: From the input of the City Engineer, Phil Gravel, and the County Engineer, Pete Ganzel, it has been determined that the best location for the septic is the NW corner of the property within the setback area for hook-up to the gravity main. WATER: The water location to be 50+feet away from the sewer in alignment with the neighbor to the north along the northerly setback area, and not under the eave of the house. The equipment used for the installation of the well must have a clear height for drilling and maintenance, and the eave would be an obstruction. See the Landscape Plan for the proposed placement that we understand would require two variances. Also note the square footage changes in the charts at the bottom of the Landscape Plan. We have discussed this with the Owners and they are in agreement with the changes per Plan. Regards, Gina Carlson, Design Architect 1 NEW _ = RESIDENCE d � �or � 19107 t�� N,,,.. La yton �ga Ave Ym� I O} � Scandia , Minnesota t�$�� X L l �� , . BRYAN & KAREN CRANI � �rc�� F 6 �w � � I �� w � �w � 9425 NORWOOD LN N : ` _ nor r,5rr.xT. u.rw rrw / MAPLE GROVE, MN 5538 : �: :: aam ... _ � `, -- - \�3� I .'. _ PrWowd ' I �^ `\ f ' � / �. _____ WNI Pv M�o�� / , � \ \ \ `��/ � � I .. 1 I I \ f± � 510 l \ SWNe�mk �� I \ � \ � 1 a ��.�+ � �- "`1OPr NI d .�..; I I I + / ARCHITEKNR. INC. z ` +�� o i� L o t 6 � � � � � ' ;:� � _., I iiei[.rano�a aw.ix wanaea � `�E� / , \ �./�� /.. 55.19, �/ P:61Y-ODS-3G08 1� C MtliltMWr.qeOpmW.can �:.0 � NEW \ N M PI tlna' �' _'ra0 I � I I' _ 4� � �e. a��cmy� �SId�r61k _ I d � n� I � I V � '� \ Ha I j J �� y + � 1 / 8 C �� 1—�— � � � I� �V �/ Z — � — �0 ��i vf^p oy�-� I ao � � I I J ' � �� '�.� C �� N� \7 tte�`ol '\ � / �Q �.._.s..,..�..._......�.. J "x � � �� 9 . I u � �/\(� I\ � W c9 �o: '�- (��1/��\� ,d � / m d,.. ._,... ��E:v / I I MO � � I ta.a ' { �(5'}�� j� � t2-oY-�2 du�nv�.clea ._. I __ __ \ . � /I 12-16-13 N�N�tl Wtk k• � .� I? � _ � .52 j.:. Rw /�Jw��! / / \ �� u / P`��_� \ / \ ,� �_',r�F�i�� \ '.\. I Lot 5 � �,� ,�-�— ��, �s—,�� . / � Gina Carlson /�, / AIA Associate '...��;._. � sy�oor. xsnso> >a-oc-iz �w ra oer Lotivea CalcWetions Herd Cover Cakulelions Le9enG Symbd DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSED AS BUILT .. Totsl Lot=13,648 House 1824 Garage 844=2,868 Swale . . � LANDSCAPE PLAN _-__. _ . __. . __ � ..�. ..25%af Total Lol=3.472 peck=729 .. - I ConHeraus T�ee �. ..� •�� House Type W�k O� _._.....___... . Lpt above 9422 Cant�=10,500 Steps&LarMing=NA .. I Dedduoua Tree ..� .. .p .___._ ___.. __.__ Bsmt Floor Elev. �� 948.00 �� .._-_.. 5%of Lot above 942.2 ConG=2,825 Sldewalk 8 LenAinp=NA � I Nativa PlanUngs o , ._ ._-___ ._. ____. I Gara9B Floor Elev. .. ._.. . . . .. ._ - __ _ _. .. .. . .. Driveway=811 .. . - I Rein Gerden � � ._ . . . . Top FourMation Elev. .. . . . Total=4.008 .. ._. . . .. . -. . . . . � O f � T November 5, 2008 The Scandia PlanninQ Commission held their regular monthly meeting on the above date. The following were in attendance: Chairman Chris Ness, Commissioners Tom Krinke, Christine Maefsky, Susan Rodsjo, Peter Schwarz and City Planner Sherri Buss. Chairman Ness called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. APPROVAL OF AGENDA. MINUTES Commissioner Rodsjo added a discussion of the formation of a design standards committee. Commissioner Schwarz,seconded by Commissioner Krinke, moved to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Schwarz,seconded by Commissioner Rodsjo, moved to approve the October 7,2008 regular meeting minutes. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Schwatz,seconded by Commissioner Krinke, moved to approve the October 22,2008 special meeting minutes. The motion passed unanimously. ��TOM AND LISA STANEK—VARIANCES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION,CONTINUED_� The public hearing on the application of Tom and Lisa Stanek for variances including lot size and lot setback to construct a new home on a vacant lot located at 19107 Layton Avenue was continued from the September 2"d meeting. Administrator Hurlburt gave a summary of a meeting held on September 23`d for the purpose of discussing the long-term status of the 201 collector system. The conclusions determined that the sewer system has capacity to serve the proposed new home. City Planner Buss presented the planner's report which recommended approval of the variances with findings and conditions which were incorporated into a draft resolution. Commissioner Schwarz asked for clarification that lot coverage does not exceed 25%and the building height is less than 35 feet. Building Official Thorp confirmed that the proposed construction meets the ordinance. Commissioner Krinke asked for details which lessened the lot coverage from a previous submission. The Applicant's builder explained that the driveway was narrowed,the size of the garage reduced and the permeable paver issue resolved. Lot coverage is under 25%. Commissioner Maefsky asked if the drainage issue has been considered, as neighboring property owner Brad Bergo felt a structure on this lot would lead to flooding onto his property. Mr. Stanek replied that topographical maps show that natural drainage will not be altered. Instailation of rain gardens will enhance the drainage. Commissioner Schwarz asked for confirmation that the house will be above the OHW,which Stanek's architect confirmed. Scandia Planning Commission November 5,2008 Page 2 of 3 Chairman Ness opened the public hearing. Liz Kramer, 19126 Layton Avenue: Ms. Kramer addressed a comment to Mr. Stanek which Chairman Ness ruled to be out of order. Brad Bergo, 19123 Layton Avenue: Mr. Bergo asked for an explanation of lot coverage calculations. Planner Buss stated that coverage is determined electronically and does not exceed 25%. Chairman Ness closed the public hearing. Commissioner Schwarz moved to approve draft Resolution 11-OS-08-04 Approving the Variance Request for 19107 Layton Avenue. For purpose of discussion, Chairman Ness seconded the motion. Chairman Ness stated that he was opposed to granting the variances for new construction. He felt this would set a precedent for future new construction, and cited that in the past, most variances were granted to lots which already had existing structures. Commissioner Maefsky also stated opposition, as the applicant was aware of the small lot size when he purchased it, and does not feel that a hardship can be justified. Commissioner Maefsky stated concerns of the questionable capacity of the 201 sewer system, and cited a letter submitted by David Berg which yuestioned how development can be allowed on a substandard lot. Commissioner Rodsjo stated opposition due to the potential detrimental effects new construction could have on lake quality, and that the owner was aware of the small lot size when purchased. Commissioner Krinke, also opposed, felt this was too much house for too little of a lot. The magnitude of the variance reyuest for lot size, near 90%, is not reasonabte. This is an example of a large house being shoehorned into a small lot. Protection of lakes and streams should factor into the Commission's decision. Chairman Ness asked for a vote on Commissioner Schwarz's motion to approve the variance request. Voting yes: Schwarz. Voting no: Rodsjo,Ness, Maefsky, Krinke. Motion failed. Chairman Ness, seconded by Commissioner Krinke, moved to recommend to the City Council to deny draft Resolution 11-OS-08-04 with the following findings: 1) It is a vacant lot with no pre- existing structure; 2) The size of the lot was known when purchased; 3) There is potential negative impact to lake quality; and 4) The size of the house is too large for the small lot. Voting yes: Rodsjo,Ness, Maefsky, Krinke. Voting no: Schwarz. Motion passed. JIM AND NANCY HERMES—MINOR SUBDIVISION AND VARIANCE IN KIRKHILL ESTATES City Planner Buss summarized the request submitted by applicants Jim and Nancy Hermes. They have requested a minor subdivision to create two parcels, which also requires a variance to exceed the maximum 4 per 40 density for property located at 22577 Kirk Avenue. The property Scandia Planning Commission November 5,2008 Page 3 of 3 was once two separate lots as part of the Kirkhill Estates subdivision(Lots 6 and 7, Block 2) when platted in 1972. The two lots were combined into one 4.6 acre parcel in 1995 by the applicants for tax purposes. The proposed Parcels A and B are each 2.3 acres in size. Zoning regulations have changed since the original subdivision. Planner Buss recommended approval of both the minor subdivision and variance based on findings outlined in a draft resolution. Chairman Ness opened the public hearing. There were no comments and the hearing was closed. Commissioner Maefsky asked for clarification of the County's soil reports. Commissioner Schwarz asked for verification that the request meets the minor subdivision ordinance. City Attorney Hebert stated that the request fits the intent of the ordinance. Commissioner Maefsky, seconded by Commissioner Rodsjo,moved to recommend to the City Council to adopt Resolution 11-OS-08-OS Minor Subdivision and Variance Request for 22577 Kirk Avenue. The motion passed unanimously. DESIGN STANDARDS COMMITTEE Commissioner Rodsjo addressed the need for the formation of a Design Standards Committee for commercial buildings within the Village Center, Village Neighborhood and Rural Commercial Nodes. This committee would create a guideline for standards to be incorporated into the updated ordinance following the adoption of the new comprehensive plan. It was proposed to have representation from the Planning Commission and Council and to advertise for volunteers who have expertise in architectural standards. Commissioners Rodsjo and Maefsky expressed interest in serving on this committee. Administrator Hurlburt will prepare a press release asking for volunteer service,to be sent to professional organizations. WILLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CHURCH—FINAL ACTION ON CUP The review period for Willowbrook Community Church's application for a Conditional Use Permit for a place of worship on a 40.5 acre site west of 11262 Scandia Trail will expire on November 17, 2008. The applicant has not fulfilled the conditions outlined in Resolution 03-OS- 08-03 which set criteria for approval of a CUP. A revised site plan was requested, along with screening, landscaping and lighting plans. Willowbrook Church appears to have abandoned their plan to construct a church at this site. Commissioner Schwarz, seconded by Commissioner Maefsky,moved to recommend to the City Council to adopt Resolution 11-OS-08-06 Denying Application by Willowbrook Church for a Conditional Use Permit. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Krinke, seconded by Commissioner Rodsjo, moved to adjourn. T'he meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Brenda Eklund Deputy Clerk November 5, 2008 A regular meeting of the Scandia Cit�C_ncil was held on the above date. Mayor Seefeldt called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The following councilmembers were present: Council members Pete Crum, Michael Harnetty, Dolores Peterson, Donnette Yehle, Mayor Dennis Seefeldt. Staff present: Administrator Anne Hurlburt, City Attorney Dave Hebert, City Planner Sheni Buss, Building Official Steve Thorp, Deputy Clerk Brenda Eklund. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA A discussion of Board of Review training for council members was added to the agenda. Councilmember Yehle,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to approve the agenda as amended. The motion passed unanimously. CERTIFICATION OF UNPAID CHARGES FOR 201 SEWER SYSTEM-RESOLUTION 11-04-08-01 Mayor Seefeldt opened the public hearing to allow property owners with unpaid accounts for the 201 Community Sewage Treatment System the opportunity to object to the certification of unpaid charges. There were no public comments and Mayor Seefeldt closed the hearing. A resolution incorporating the users' names and amounts due was presented to the council. The property owners have 10 days to pay the delinquent amount, after which the amount will be billed to the owner's property tax statement payable in 2009,at 7% interest. Councilmember Peterson, seconded by Mayor Seefeldt, moved to adopt Resolution 11-OS-08-01 Certifying Unpaid Charges for the 201 Community Sewage Treatment for Collection with Property Taxes. The motion passed unanimously. CANVASS RESULTS OF NOVEMBER 4.2008 ELECTION -RESOLUTION 11-04-08-02 Council was presented with a resolution declaring the results of the November 4, 2008 municipal election. Mayor Seefeldt was re-elected, and John Lindell and Connie Amos were elected to four year terms on the City Council. Councilmember Peterson,seconded by Councilmember Harnetty, moved to adopt Resolution 11-04-08-02 Certifying the Results of the November 4, 2008 City Election. The motion passed unanimously. REPORT ON PERFORMANCE REVIEW Mayor Seefeldt presented a verbal report on the special closed meeting held on October 2'7,2008 for the purpose of Administrator Hurlburt's performance review. The Council had positive comments and discussed ways in which staff and Council could work together to improve the functions of the administrator's position. SCANDIA DAY AT TROLLHAUGEN—DECEMBER 27,2008 The Park and Recreation Committee have proposed to sponsor a"Scandia Day at Trollhaugen" event similar to last year's snow tubing event. The City will handle the registrations and release forms for participants. Councilmember Harnetty,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to approve the Park and Recreation Committee's proposed "Scandia Day at Trollhaugen" tubing event on December 27,2008. The motion passed unanimously. Scandia City Council November 5,2008 Page 2 of 6 APPOINTMENT OF PART-TIME SEASONAL MAINTENANCE WORKERS Interviews were recently held with candidates for the part-time, seasonal maintenance worker position. The Human Resources Committee (Council members Crum and Peterson and Administrator Hurlburt) has recommended the hiring of Rick Regnier, for approximately 24 hours per week at the pay rate of$17.00 per hour. In addition,the Committee recommends that Bruce Swenson, Bob Lindblom and Roger Rydeen be appointed to assist with snow removal on an"on-call"basis at the pay rate of$17.00 per hour. Councilmember Yehle,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to approve the appointments for part-time seasonal maintenance workers as recommended by the Human Resources Committee. The motion passed unanimously. APPOINTMENT OF ACTING PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR With Public Works Supervisor John Morrison out on medical leave,the Human Resources Committee has recommended the temporary appointment of Maintenance Worker Mike Egelkraut to serve as Acting Public Works Supervisor, at a pay rate of$21.00 per hour. Councilmember Peterson,seconded by Councilmember Crum, moved to approve the appointment and pay increase as recommended by the Human Resources Committee for Mike Egelkraut,effective November 1,2008. The motion passed unanimously. ANNUAL OPERATORS PERMITS,MINING OPERATIONS The applications for Annual Operator's Permits for the three mining operations in Scandia were initially considered by the Council at the September 16, 2008 meeting and tabled until complete information was submitted. City Planner Sherri Buss presented recommendations for each application. Bracht Bros.,Inc. Two significant items remain to be completed as required by the Conditional Use permit issued in May 2008. A groundwater monitoring well was incorrectly installed in a perched system and not deeply enough to reach the water table aquifer. A new well needs to be constructed that monitors the aquifer as required. Secondly, a letter of credit or other security must be provided to the City. Councilmember Peterson, seconded by Mayor Seefeldt, moved to continue to table the request for an Annual Operator's Permit for Bracht Bros.,Inc. until all conditions are met. The motion passed unanimously. Dresel Contracting,In� City Planner Buss recommended approval of the Annual Operator's Permit for Dresel Contracting with a condition that the Applicant provide the required Letter of Credit or other security to the City.All conditions of Dresel's CUP have been fulfilled. Councilmember Harnetty,seconded by Councilmember Crum, moved to adopt Resolution 11-05-08-03 Approving the Annual Operating Permit Application of Dresel Contracting,Inc. for Sand and Gravel Mining and Processing. The motion passed unanimously. Tiller Corporation,Inc. Due to the detection of Diesel Range Organics (DRO's) in samples from one of the groundwater monitoring wells, it was necessary to allow the MPCA to resample and determine what actions, if any, would need to be taken. Planner Buss received the results just prior to the meeting which Scandia City Council November 5,2008 Page 3 of 6 detected no presence of DRO's in the follow-up sample. The MPCA recommends no further action other than the regular monitoring. Kirsten Pauly, Sunde Engineering, clarified that the well in which the DRO's were detected was considered a background monitoring well to provide a baseline sample, and not within the parameters of the monitoring well network. Other than providing a Letter of Credit, all other conditions of Tiller's CUP have been met. A resolution approving Tiller's AOP will be presented to the council at their next regular meeting. Councilmember Yehle,seconded by Mayor Seefeldt, moved to table Tiller's AOP application to the November 18,2008 council meeting. The motion passed unanimously. UTILITY PERMIT FOR U.S. CABLE U.S. Cable has applied for a utility permit to install a CATV under Oren Avenue, at two locations. Councilmember Crum,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to approve the Utility Permit for U.S. Cable. The motion passed unanimously. BOARD OF REVIEW TRAINING It will be necessary to have at least one councilmember receive Appeal and Equalization Training so that the City may schedule a Board of Review next year. Councilmember Crum and Mayor Seefeldt indicated that they will attend a County Board training on December 1 gth The Planning Commission meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. The following were present: Commission Chair Chris Ness, Commissioners Tom Krinke, Christine Maefsky, Susan Rodsjo,Peter Schwarz and City P[anner Sherri Buss. � TOM AND LISA STANEK—VARIANCES FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION,CONTINUED The public hearing on the application of Tom and Lisa Stanek for variances including lot size and lot setback to construct a new home on a vacant lot located at l 9107 Layton Avenue was continued from the September 2"d meeting. Administrator Hurlburt gave a summary of a meeting held on September 23`d for the purpose of discussing the long-term status of the 201 collector system. The conclusions determined that the sewer system has capacity to serve the proposed new home. City Planner Buss presented the planner's report which recommended approval of the variances with findings and conditions which were incorporated into a draft resolution. Commissioner Schwarz asked for clarification that lot coverage does not exceed 25%and the building height is less than 35 feet. Building Official Thorp confirmed that the proposed construction meets the ordinance. Commissioner Krinke asked for details which lessened the lot coverage from a previous submission.The Applicant's builder explained that the driveway was narrowed,the size of the garage reduced and the permeable paver issue resolved. Lot coverage is under 25%. Commissioner Maefsky asked if the drainage issue has been considered, as neighboring property owner Brad Bergo felt a structure on this lot would lead to flooding onto his property. Mr. Scandia City Council November 5,2008 Page 4 of 6 Stanek replied that topographical maps show that natural drainage will not be altered. Installation of rain gardens will enhance the drainage. Commissioner Schwarz asked for confirmation that the house will be above the OHW, which Stanek's architect confirmed. Chairman Ness opened the public hearing. Liz Kramer, 19126 Layton Avenue: Ms. Kramer addressed a comment to Mr. Stanek which Chairman Ness ruled to be out of order. Brad Bergo, 19123 Layton Avenue: Mr. Bergo asked for an explanation of lot coverage calculations. Planner Buss stated that coverage is determined electronically and does not exceed 25%. Chairman Ness closed the public hearing. Commissioner Schwarz moved to approve draft Resolution 11-OS-08-04 Approving the Variance Request for 19107 Layton Avenue. For purpose of discussion, Chairman Ness seconded the motion. Chairman Ness stated that he was opposed to granting the variances for new construction. He felt this would set a precedent for future new construction, and cited that in the past, most variances were granted to lots which already had existing structures. Commissioner Maefsky also stated opposition, as the applicant was aware of the small lot size when he purchased it, and does not feel that a hardship can be justified. Commissioner Maefsky stated concerns of the questionable capacity of the 201 sewer system, and cited a letter submitted by David Berg which questioned how development can be allowed on a substandard lot. Commissioner Rodsjo stated opposition due to the potential detrimental effects new construction could have on lake quality, and that the owner was aware of the small lot size when purchased. Commissioner Krinke, also opposed, felt this was too much house for too little of a lot. The magnitude of the variance request for lot size, near 90%, is not reasonable. This is an example of a large house being shoehorned into a small lot. Protection of lakes and streams should factor into the Commission's decision. Chairman Ness asked for a vote on Commissioner Schwarz's motion to approve the variance reyuest. Voting yes: Schwarz. Voting no: Rodsjo,Ness, Maefsky, Krinke. Motion failed. Chairman Ness, seconded by Commissioner Krinke, moved to recommend to the City Council to deny draft Resolution 11-OS-08-04 with the following findings: 1) It is a vacant lot with no pre- existing structure; 2) The size of the lot was known when purchased; 3) There is potential negative impact to lake quality; and 4)The size of the house is too large for the small lot. Voting yes: Rodsjo,Ness, Maefsky, Krinke. Voting no: Schwarz. Motion passed. Scandia City Council November 5,2008 Page 5 of 6 The council discussed the Planning Commission's recommendation to deny the variance request. Councilmember Peterson stated that she agrees with the Planning Commission's decision to deny the request as the small lot has been assessed for property tax purposes as unbuildable and connecting into the 201 sewer system may lead to future problems. Councilmember Crum asked for City Attorney Hebert's advice on this matter. Hebert explained that this is a reasonable use of property and the variance request is similar to other lots on the lake that received approval. The meeting of September 23`d with Washington County verifies that there is space on the 201 sewer system for future hook-ups. In addition, being that the lot was in separate ownership, it meets the yualifications of a legal non-conforming lot. The findings given by the Planning Commission for denial may not be defensible in court. Councilmember Yehle stated that this variance reyuest for lot size and setbacks is similar to approved requests granted to surrounding lots. Best Management Practices to control run-off can minimize impact to the lake. Research has verified that the 201 system does have capacity for additional hook-ups. The applicants have complied with requests to alter the house plans to fit into the neighborhood. For these reasons, Councilmember Yehle sees no reasons to deny the variance request. Councilmember Crum stated that even though this looks like poor planning from years ago when initially platted,the intent was to consider this a buildable lot, and cannot find sufficient reason for denial. Councilmember Harnetty stated his view that the 201 sewer system appears robust and able to accommodate additional hook-ups. A point was made earlier that there is no such thing as an unbuildable lot once certain conditions are met. The Planning Commission's findings appear thin and may not hold up in court. Mayor Seefeldt sees this variance request as consistent with those necessary for this neighborhood. The applicant did downsize from the earlier submission and has BMP's such as raingardens in place to manage stormwater runoff. The owners paid a full assessment on the road project in 1998, which then classified the lot as buildable. It would be on thin ice to deny this variance request. Mayor Seefeldt suggested a few additions to the conditions of the draft resolution, including working with the city and watershed district to install landscaping for screening and stormwater management. An easement shall be granted to allow for inspection and maintenance to any BMPs. If necessary, the cost of maintenance shall be assessed back to the landowner. Councilmember Yehle,seconded by Councilmember Harnetty, moved to adopt Resolution 11-OS-08-04 Approval of Variance Request for 19107 Layton Avenue as amended. Voting yes: Crum,Seefeldt, Harnetty,Yehle. Voting no: Peterson. Motion passed. Scandia City Council November 5,2008 Page 6 of 6 JIM AND NANCY HERMES—MINOR SUBDIVISION AND VARIANCE IN KIRKHILL ESTATES City Planner Buss summarized the request submitted by applicants Jim and Nancy Hermes. They have requested a minor subdivision to create two parcels,which also requires a variance to exceed the maximum 4 per 40 density for property located at 22577 Kirk Avenue. The property was once two separate lots as part of the Kirkhill Estates subdivision (Lots 6 and 7, Block 2) when platted in 1972. The two lots were combined into one 4.6 acre parcel in 1995 by the applicants for tax purposes. The proposed Parcels A and B are each 2.3 acres in size.Zoning regulations have changed since the original subdivision. Planner Buss recommended approval of both the minor subdivision and variance based on findings outlined in a draft resolution. Chairman Ness opened the public hearing. There were no comments and the hearing was closed. Commissioner Maefsky asked for clarification of the County's soil reports. Commissioner Schwarz asked for verification that the request meets the minor subdivision ordinance. City Attorney Hebert stated that the reyuest fits the intent of the ordinance. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the minor subdivision and variance request for Jim and Nancy Hermes. Councilmember Harnetty,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to adopt Resolution 11-05-08-05,Minor Subdivision and Variance Request for 22577 Kirk Avenue North. The motion passed unanimously. WILLOWBROOK COMMUNITY CHURCH—FINAL ACTION ON CUP The review period for Willowbrook Community Church's application for a Conditional Use Permit for a place of worship on a 40.5 acre site west of 11262 Scandia Trail will expire on November 17, 2008. The applicant has not fulfilled the conditions outlined in Resolution 03-OS- 08-03 which set criteria for approval of a CUP. A revised site plan was requested, along with screening, landscaping and lighting plans. Willowbrook Church appears to have abandoned their plan to construct a church at this site. The Planning Commission recommended adoption of a resolution denying the CUP application. Councilmember Peterson, seconded by Councilmember Crum, moved to accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to adopt Resolution 11-OS-08-06,Denying Application by Willowbrook Church for a Conditional Use Permit. The motion passed unanimously. Councilmember Yehle,seconded by Councilmember Peterson, moved to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Brenda Eklund, Deputy Clerk RECEiVED --- NEW - RESIDENCE a 8 ��'/' �,oq� ' � JAN —2 2 3 ,9�0� ;s� C�� Hw�. Layton a m� w`�� A ve CITY OF SCAND A `�' �� ] Scandla , Minnesota ��i� � � x /�� t_�� / —` o , . . E o�n ./ —. ' �____ � � '�8W o � � 4 HRYAN &KAREN CRANI / m�o� L � 4 c � ";,." 9425 NORYfUOD LN N I � EW HEw c , � r, y � r,,._ � MAPLE GROVE, MN 553E �� _ —_ — _ _ __ _ .. .._ - - � �� --� ---- � � � - , .°o I r+ i SwA�E .op ee .. � F ' ,, � P / — -- - - — wai a..� oF� „ � � �v v s � sao I � \ a'� se �� 1 J � \� � � �` � ,�� I � ,,� �a � nRcr+irEKTUR, wc b �, �� / {- �` 8y z f I zo.o IQ � . L�l V I 3 rry I �iai c.+ranam e��a�s.wepo,�. � P,�wm, � _ ; �_ .l I, � %-1 � E Ar Yi[ekW�Wmu9rom � � NEW ° � -� 9a SIEew Ik fl� ��1 I � ' I� � I Q tttee NaN �� 9 � I �� I I / � J F� Q . p, —— , � )J g/ � �u A d�m, -- � - � I M � Z O � ea�-\ I u.o � i I 3 J x \ .... . _ . ._. >, �j � a I- i�`°°' I\\ \\ Q -_I K \ � 13 �' yq ; I � NEW ` \ I\ � / � � . �. . ,e '"� I °' I Y3 7 � I N� � � ,,, „ ... x E y� I I � Sl0 � �' � i � ,O `� e---'—._-_..a..��. nwm� �� m� : r' �-` � .�i a 2 e / .._ _..—._._I _..__' t�.0 6 �I� ,S�es � I l 12-09-t1� O�a.Mq iwm - = I I �/1 ... —— o_——-, �\ p / r f2-ZB-14 R / ��,�.ea mo�c a. � r I � � � o � � L _\� ',cc I .-��.� � '. �1_' \ , \ —� -- -- -- --- ` ��u`s__,_�--'-�'�%� \ ��.'JDeck' � \ � / ... � 12 � \_ __'_ '__—" � LOt � ' – �'------- i '�� ,� ��—��— H,,,�< � ��---��-- Gina Corlson .AIA Associate te�x !••' sy�ow-e � mansoa ix-au-is � NA No. Da1� Lot Area Calcula[ions Hard Cover Calculatbns Legend Symbol DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSED AS BUILT Total Lot=13,648 House 1824 Garage 844=2,668 Swale LANDSCAPE PLAN I 25%of Total Lot=3,412 Deck=729 I Coniferous Tree � House Type Walk Out Lot above 942.2 ConL=70,500 Sleps&Landing=NA I Deciduous Tree � , Bsmt.Floor Elev. 948.00 -`—O"—`=----- 5%ot Lot above 9422 Cont.=2,625 Sidewalk 8 Landing=NA (Native Plantings o I Garage Floor Elev. I Driveway=611 I Rain Garden � Top Fountlalion Elev. I �To1a1=4,008 � I � I - -� �-� ' i �