1998 01 13CHANHASSEN BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENTS AND APPPEALS
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 13, 1998
Chairperson Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Willard Johnson, Steven Berquist and Nancy Mancino
STAFF PRESENT: Cynthia Kirchoff, Planner I
A REQUEST FOR AN 8 FOOT VARIANCE FROM THE 10 FOOT SIDE YARD AND A
REQUEST FOR A 10 FOOT VARIANCE FROM THE 30 FOOT FRONT YARD
SETBACK FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE, DANIEL RUTLEDGE, 6711
HOPI ROAD.
Cynthia Kirchoff presented the staff report on this item.
Daniel Rutledge stated that a 20 foot wide garage is too small. He explained his plan for two, ten
foot wide doors on the 28 foot wide garage as this will allow the vehicle doors to be opened
without hitting the other vehicle in the garage. Mr. Rutledge explained that he variance fi'om the
30 foot front yard setback was needed because this would allow for more green space and a
garden area. He mentioned that his vehicle is 17 feet in length and even if the garage was placed
at the 30 foot setback, an additional vehicle could not be parked in the driveway. Mr. Rutledge
stated that the neighbors do not oppose this proposal because this is an investment for the future
property owner.
Sharon Wolfe, 6699 Hopi Road, stated that the proposal would not affecting her sight line.
Steven Berquist asked if the applicant had considered purchasing Lot 1118 so that a larger garage
could be constructed.
Rutledge responded that the previous owner did pose that question to the neighbor, but they did
not wish to sell.
Berquist commented that a potential buyer would probably value an attached garage rather than a
detached garage located a distance from the home.
Rutledge stated that an attached garage is not an option and that he has not approached the
owner.
Berquist stated that he believes that a future owner of the neighboring property will be affected
by the proposal even though the current owner will not. He explained that he must weigh all
issues into his decision.