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Development Review Application and Narrative?c >ort. COMMUNITY DEVELOPM ENT DEPARTMENT Planning Division -7700 Market Boulevard Mailing Address - P.O. Box 147, Chanhassen, MN 55317 Phone: (952) 227 -1300 / Fax: (952) 227 -1 1 10 Submittal Date: *crTYoIcrrAttrrAssrtt APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW cc Dare: 7 -2'.{ ' t R 6sDay Rsview Dar€:la-2-tB (Refer to the appropiate Application Checklist for required submiftal information that must accompany this application) tr tr a n n tr n n n tr Comprehensive Plan Amendment ..... $600E Minor MUSA line for failing on-site sewers..... $100 Conditional Use Permit (CUP) ! Singte-Family Residence ................................ $325! Ail others......... ........$425 lnterim Use Permit (lUP) E ln conjunction with Single-Family Residence.. $325E lttothers......... ........$425 Rezoning (REZ) ! Planned Unit Development (PUD).................. $750n Minor Amendment to existing PUD................. $100n Rlt others......... ........$5oo Sign Plan Review........ ... $150 Site Plan Review (SPR) I Administrative.......... .................... $100E Commercial/lndustrial Districts* .. $500 Plus $10 per 1,000 square feet of building area:( thousand square feet) *lnclude number of existlno employees: *lnclude number of new emPloyees: n Residential Districts. .................... $500 Plus $5 per dwelling unit (- units) Subdivision (SUB) n Create 3lots or less ............. .......$300 n Create over 3 lots ..................,....$600 + $15 per lot( lots)n Metes & Bounds (2lots)........ ......$300 n Consolidate 1ots....... ...................$150 n tot Line Adjustment............... ......$150 n FinatP1at.............. ....$700 (lncludes $450 escrow for attomey costs)" 'Additional escrow may be required for other applications through the development contract. Vacation of Easements/Right-of-way (VAC) ........ $300 (Additional recording fees may apply) Variance (VAR)......... ... $200 Wetland Alteration Permit (WAP) n Single-Family Residence............................... $1 50 n Allothers......... ......$275 Zoning Appeal........ ...... $100 Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) .........,....... $500 !Q[!: When multiple applications are processed concurrently, the appropriate fee shall be charged for each application, n tr $3 per address Description of Proposal: Property Address or Location: parcet#: 258010230 TotalAcreage: Aul 0 3 2oB [] Property Owners' List within 500' (city to generate after pre-application meeting) ............r:r.....(rlS addresses) E Escrow for Recording Documents (check all that apply).......... n ConditionalUse Permit n lnterim Use Permit n Vacation E] Variance ! tritetes & Bounds Subdivision (3 docs.) fl Easements (- easements) TOTAL 7644 South Shore Drive LegalDescriptien' SOUTH LOTUS LAKE 2nd ADDITION TWp 1.M Wetlands Present? E Yes Z tto n Site Plan Agreement n Wetland Alteration PermitE Deeds Wt; $50 per documeni Requested Zoning: Single-Family Residential District (RSFfIl Existing Use of Property:Residential f]Cnecx box if separate nanative is attached. g,- 9-lg Section 1:all that Section 2: Reouired lnformation APPLICANT OTHER THAN PROPERTY OWNER: ln signing this application, l, as applicant, represent to have obtained authorization from the property owner to file this application. I agree to be bound by conditions of approval, subject only to the right to object at the hearings on the application or during the appeal period. lf this application has not been signed by the property owner, I have attached separate documentation of full legal capacity to file the application. This application should be processed in my name and I am the party whom the City should contact regarding any matter pertaining to this application. I will keep myself informed of the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I further understand that additionalfees may be charged for consulting fees, feasibility studies, etc. with an estimate prior to any authorization to proceed with the study. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and correct. Contact: Address: City/State/Zip: Email: Signature:Date: PROPERTY OWNER: ln signing this application, l, as property owner, have full legal capacity to, and hereby do, authorize the filing of this application. I understand that conditions of approval are binding and agree to be bound by those conditions, subject only to the right to object at the hearings or during the appeal periods. I will keep mysetf informed of the deadlines for submission of material and the progress of this application. I further understand that additionalfees may be charged for consulting fees, feasibility studies, etc. with an estimate prior to any authorization to proceed with the study. I certify that the information and exhibits submitted are true and conect. Matt and Amanda Arens Contact: Phone: Matt Arens Address:7644 South Shore Drive City/State/Zip:Chanhassen, MN 55317 (es2) 367-660s Name:Contact: Phone:Address: Phone: Cell: Fax: (e52) 367-660e Cell: Fax: City/State/Zip: Email: This application must be completed in full and must be accompanied by all inforrnation and plans required by applicable City Ordinance provisions. Before filing this application, refer to the appropriate Application Checklist and confer with the Planning Department to determine the specific ordinance and applicable procedural requirements and fees. A determination of completeness of the application shall be made within 15 business days of application submittal. wriften notice of application deficiencies shall be mailed to the applicant within 15 business days of application. PROJECT ENGINEER (if applicable) Who should receive copies of staff reports? Property Owner Via: Applicant Via:Engineer Via: Other* Via: *Other Contact lnformatlon: Name:Ztrtrtr E Email El nllaiteo Paper Copy fl Email E ltlaitea Paper Copy I Email I frlaiteA Paper Copy f] Email D ruaiteo Paper Copy Address: City/State/Zip: Email: INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: Complete allnecessaryform flelds, then select SAVE FORM to save a copy to your device. PRINT FORM and deliver to city along with required documents and payment. SUBMIT FORM to send a digital copy to the city for processing. Section 3:Owrrer and Information Cell: Section4: Notification Written Justification of Request Compliance Submitted by: Matt and Amanda Arens 7644 South Shore Drive, Chanhassen, MN 55317 When we purchased our home in 2005, we took on a property that was an absolute mess. lt was overgrown with buckthorn and thistle and the mostly small leafy trees were creating a canopy that didn't allow anything to grow to hold the sloped areas. The area close to the lake was sloped and mostly bare. When we would get hard rains, you could stand by and watch soil being carried right into the lake. We were newly married and didn't have kids yet, so we had a lot of time on our hands and spent most weekends working on the property. We removed the scrubby trees that were mostly small boxelder, basswood and buckthorn. We planted hostas, plants and bag after bag of low-growth fescue. We had riprap put in to stabilize the shoreline along with a small beach. We tried several times, before finally hiring professionals, to plant tall grasses along the shoreline to create a buffer for the lake. We planted tall grasses in a lower lying area and directed overflow water to that spot rather than over the surface into the lake. We are grateful for the partnership we enjoyed with the City as we completed these projects, and we received great advice and support from people like Terry Jeffrey, the former water resources specialist, and have modeled many of our plans after his suggestions. We knew when we purchased our home that it had many problems, but the longer we lived there we came to more fully understand that the deficiencies were much worse than we thought. We thought we could remodel our house within its existing structure, but it became clear we would be better off tearing down most of the structure and starting over rather than remodeling within the bad bones of the house. We broke ground on that major project last year, rebuilding the house on the existing foundation. As most of these things go, it has taken longer than anticipated and we have had plenty of surprises throughout the process. Now that the house construction is mostly done, we would like to finish landscaping the area around the house, so it is stable, looks nice and doesn't detract from all of the efforts we have taken to make the property and house look attractive. Unfortunately, the house was originally built very close to the bluff line, which is the reason for our variance request, We have come up with a landscape plan we feel has as little impact as possible on the bluff line given the placement of where the original house was built. We recognize we are going through this process because some of the items in our plan are not routinely allowed by the City code. However, we believe these items fall within the boundaries of using our property in a reasonable manner, and we respectfully ask that you consider the following points as you review our request: 1. Most of the area around the sides and back of our house is generally sloped. lf we were to simply put grass there, it would be difficult to maintain/mow, but more importantly, this area gets very slippery when damp or wet, creating a significant safety concern, particularly considering we have parents who spend a lot of time with us who are in their late 60s/early 70s. The only way to access our lakeshore is through these sloped areas. We want to ensure it is landscaped in such a way that there is a safe path for anyone who may be accessing it. 2. ln terms of the sitting area in our front yard, it would be located in an area that was a blacktopped circular driveway when we purchased the property. When we removed this portion of the driveway several years ago, we were unaware that we would later be required to obtain a a: t t- variance to put a hard surface back in that area. We are not looking to extend the current driveway back to that area. We simply want to create a comfortable area to sit while we are outside watching our kids play in the driveway and on the swing set. ln our landscape plan, we have incorporated a great deal ofvegetation around all hard surfaces to ensure it adequately captures water and we're managing runoff in a responsible way. ln this particular area, we simply want to be able to utilize our yard and property in a way that's consistent with the character of our house and locality. 3. As alluded to in the above bullet point, we are going to great efforts to ensure that our landscape plan will meaningfully improve the rainwater issues that have plagued this property likely since it was built. These runoff issues have caused problems for the lake and some of our neighbors. We believe our plan will make great strides in improvingfixing these issues. 4. Many of the properties near our home have had similar bluff line challenges, as the homes were built before the most recent bluff line regulations were put into place. ln some cases within our neighborhood, more than 50% of the home is actually over the bluff line. Challenges conforming to the most recent bluff line regulations are not unique to our property, and many of our neighbors have been able to find reasonable ways to landscape their properties so they are able to fully utilize and enjoy their homes, We are simply looking to do the same. It is our hope that when you consider our project as a whole and our many attempts, both current and past, to go above and beyond for what is good for the land and the lake, that you will grant us a variance for the landscape items in question, so we may finish our project. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Matt and Amanda Arens 1 Variance Request for 7644 South Shore Drive Items requiring a variance per Staff review, falling within bluff impact zone and structure setback. A) Boulder Border / Wall along top of bluff line - North Side of House Fieldstone boulders ranging in size from approximately 12" diameter to 27" diameter. lnstalled as a border and small retaining wall between existing fescue supported bluff and new landscape around house. The majority of thiswall would be approximately 12-18" exposed height (1 course of boulders) as determined by the contour of the top of the bluff. Some areas near the porchcorner(NE) mayrequire 2 courses to stabilize the slope. Filter fabric will be placed behind boulders to prevent soil erosion through boulders. The intent of this wall is to provide an added means of slowing and dispersing any surface runoff onto the bluff. The landscape above the boulders will be graded and planted to do the same. Added benefits will be definition between the landscaping and the bluff, prevention of landscape materials (mulch/rock) migrating onto bluff and a more comfortably maintained landscape. B) Flagstone Stepper Path from Back Patio to Front Yard lrregular shaped, full range natural Bluestone Flagstone to be used as stepping stones to create a comfortable means of walking from front yard to back yard, as well as access for landscape maintenance. Stepping stones will range in size from approx. 18" diameter to 30" diameter, with varying irregular shapes. Stones to be set onto existing graded soils, with no significant excavation or compaction needed. Stones to be spaces approximately 4" to 10" apart to allow for drainage between and around stones. Mulch or landscape rock to be used around stones, depending on the location within the plan. Some areas may incorporate groundcover plantings between stones to stabilize soils and minimize erosion. The stepper path is an alternative to an orlginal design concept that featured an expanded patio. City Staff recommended that no additional impervious patio be installed in this area. The stepper path will allow for some of the same function but with less impact on runoff. Cl Flagstone Seating Area/Patio with Stone Seat Wall Patio/Seating area near front walkway to improve use of front yard and driveway area. Seating area to be constructed of full range, irregular shaped natural Bluestone Flagstone set on 6" of free draining base material (3/8" clear limestone). Geotextile underlayment fabric to be installed between native soils and base material. Stones to be leveled and cut to fit with 1" or less joint tolerance, connected to front entrance walkway (also stone). Seat wall to be built on 12" diameter frost footings tied into a poured concrete slab. Blended natural wall stone stacked and mortared to create a free-standing seat wall, approximately 20" tall. The top of the bluff outside of this patio area is supported by long-established trees, so we feel the bluff impact of this feature is very minimal, especially considering the historical cover of this space (past driveway turnaround).