HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Resolution 2021-134
C ITY OF P LYMOUTH
R ESOLUTION N O. 2021-134
R ESOLUTION A PPROVING V ARIANCE TO THE S IDE Y ARD S ETBACK TO A LLOW A G ARAGE
TH
AND S HOP A DDITION FOR P ROPERTY LOCATED AT 11420 50 A VENUE N ORTH
(2021010)
WHEREAS, Stephen Sohm has requested approval of a side yard setback variance for a garage and
shop addition; and
nd
WHEREAS, the subject property is legally described as: Lot 11, Block 1, Zachary Hills 2 Addition,
Hennepin County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed said request at a duly called public meeting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH,
MINNESOTA, that it should and does approve the request by Stephen Sohm for a side yard setback
th
variance for a garage and shop addition for property located at 11420 50 Avenue North, subject to the
following findings and conditions:
1. The requested variance is approved to allow an 8-foot by 24-foot garage addition and 14-
foot by 24-foot garage shop addition for a south side yard setback variance of six feet
where 15 feet is required, in accordance with the application received by the city on
February 12, 2021, and additional information on March 9, 2021, except as may be
amended by this resolution.
2. The requested side yard setback variance is approved, based on the finding that all
applicable variance standards would be met, as follows:
a) The variance permitting the addition is consistent with the residential uses listed for this
land use classification in the comprehensive plan.
b) The applicants have established that there are practical difficulties in complying with the
ordinance regulations, because:
1) The request is consistent with the residential uses listed for this land classification in
the comprehensive plan and the property would be used in a reasonable manner;
2) The request is due to circumstances not created by the landowners as they are not
the original owners and the size and width of the lot limits the area for reasonable
expansion; and
Resolution 2021-134
(2021010)
Page 2
3) The variance would not alter the essential character of the lot or neighborhood
given the number of homes within the development with existing non-conforming
setbacks similar as to being proposed.
c) The purpose for the variation is not based exclusively on economic considerations; but
rather, is based upon a desire to make improvements to the home and provide
additional garage, storage and shop space.
d) The requested variance and resulting construction would not be detrimental to the
public welfare, nor would it be injurious to other land or improvements in the
neighborhood. The proposed addition would maintain a six-foot setback from the
property line and not affect the drainage and utility easement.
e) The requested variance and resulting construction would not impair an adequate
supply of light and air to adjacent properties, nor would it increase traffic congestion
or the danger of fire, endanger the public safety, or substantially diminish property
values within the neighborhood. The proposed garage and shop project would match
the architecture of the existing home and increase the property value of this lot.
f) The variance request is the minimum action required to address the practical
difficulties. The proposed garage and shop addition would meet or exceed all other
zoning regulations.
3. A building permit is required prior to construction of the garage and home addition.
4. At framing inspection, the building inspector shall field verify that the western walls of the
additions are at least six feet from the west side property line, based on located property
irons.
5. The drainage pattern of adjacent properties shall not be affected as a result of the
construction project.
6. Any subsequent phases or expansions are subject to required reviews and approvals per
ordinance provisions.
7. The variance shall expire one year after the date of approval, unless the property owners or
applicants has commenced the authorized improvement or use, or unless the applicants,
with the consent of the property owners, have received prior approval from the city to
extend the expiration date for up to one additional year, as regulated under section
21030.06 of the zoning ordinance.
ADOPTED by the City Council on April 27, 2021.
Resolution 2021-134
(2021010)
Page 3
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) SS.
The undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City Clerk of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota,
certifies that I compared the foregoing resolution adopted at a meeting of the Plymouth City Council on
April 27, 2021 with the original thereof on file in my office, and the same is a correct transcription thereof.
WITNESS my hand officially as such City Clerk and the Corporate seal of the City this ____________day of
____________________, _____.
____________________________________
City Clerk