Letters objecting & supporting variance request
September 19,2005
Mr. Josh Metzer
Planning Department
City of Chanhassen
PO Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Mr. Metzer:
It has come to the attention of the Mission Hills Garden Homes Board of
Directors that the property owner's recreational improvement at 8491
Mission Hills Circle, Chanhassen MN is in violation of city codes.
The Board is also aware that the owner of that property has been canvassing
the residents of Mission Hills Garden Homes for petition signatures to gain
support for allowing a variance to the city codes.
The Mission Hills Garden Homes Board of Directors wishes to make it a
matter of record with the Chanhassen Planning Department that the property
bordering the improvements at 8491 Mission Hills Circle borders on
property owned by the Mission Hills Garden Homes Association. While the
border in question is closest to addresses 520 and 528 Mission Hills Drive, it
is the Boards position that any requests for variance should be addressed to
the Mission Hills Garden Homes Association and not the individual
residents.
It is also the position of the Mission Hills Garden Homes Board of Directors
that the City of Chanhassen not allow the property owner at 8491 Mission
Hills Circle a variance to city code due to the overall impact on properties of
Mission Hills Garden Homes.
Mission Hills Garden Homes,
Board of Directors /
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September 15, 2005
RECEIVED
SE:P 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
Building Commissioner
City of Chanhassen
Dear Sir or Madam:
My husband and I live at 461 Mission Hills Court, here in Chanhassen. I am taking the
time to write a letter in support of a variance of a 5' setback and 29.4% hard surface
coverage for the sport court in the yard our next door neighbors, Clint and Jennifer Hurt.
Seeing as their yard directly abuts our yard, we are two of the most affected by their
landscaping choice and we have absolutely no problem with the size or design of the
sport court. It should also be noted that the property in question is quite secluded and
only two neighbors' views are directly even affected by what is in no means an eyesore.
At one time, some ofthe home owners approached our builder to see ifhe could reserve a
small plot of land or even sell a small lot to all of us so that we could have a playground
for all the children in the neighborhood to play on. However, in his interest to make as
much money as possible, he squeezed houses onto even the smallest lots he could. One
of the sport court's main uses is to serve as a tennis court for those children and without a
variance, it will no longer be anywhere near large enough for them to play.
My husband and I would find it much more intrusive to have such a large section of the
sport court tom back out. It is a blessing to have that yard finally landscaped, after the
previous owner left it completely untended and had not even bothered to sod the back
yard the entire time she lived at the address. (I've often wondered why the city did not get
involved then!) It wasn't until Clint and Jennifer Hurt moved in that the huge mass of
weeds in the back yard invading our lawn was finally dealt with, much to our relief.
I truly appreciate your time and consideration towards this matter. I should think that the
City could spend it's time on much more disturbing issues than one that the affected
neighborhood has little or no problem with.
Thank you once again.
Sincerely,
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Lea N ordos
Building Commissioner
RE: Letter of support for Clint and Jemrlfer Hurtts variance
To whom it may concern:
On behalf of Clint and Jennifer Hurt, please accept this letter of support
concerning their sport court variance for a five foot side setback and 29.4% hard surface
coverage area. We live two houses down trom the Hurtts residence and were one of the
first residents to move into the Mission Hills development. We have seen our
neighborhood develop trom the onset and strongly feel the addition of the Hurtts sport
court is an asset to our community.
The court has provided a much needed safe haven for our children to play on a
daily basis. In addition, our neighborhood has held numerous social and recreational
gatherings on the Hurtts court and hope to do so in the future. Our only option in years
past was to hold these events in the street. The court is unobtrusive, blends in well with
the environment, and has contributed to the property values of our neighborhood. We
strongly support the addition of the Hurtts sport court and accordingly request that the
Building Commission grant the applicable variance for a fiVe foot setback and 29.4%
hard surface coverage.
Dan' Eastman and Leanne Eastman
Dan and Leanne Eastman
8451 Mission Hills Circle
Chanhassen, MN 55317
952-380-0245
September 12, 2005
RECEIVED
SE~ 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
Building Commissioner
7700 Market Boulevard
City of Chanhassen
Chanhassen, MN 55317
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is in response to Clint & Jennifer Hurt's sport court variance. We are
John & Mary Gerogeorge and our address is 470 Mission Hills Court. Our back
yard property and the Hurt's back yard are adjacent to each other. Jennifer and
Clint Hurt approached us early on and asked if we had an issue about them
putting in a sport court. We had no objections to them installing the sport court.
Since the sport court has been in, there has been no problems. As a matter of
fact, it brings some of the neighborhood families together for some family fun of
tennis or basketball. Our opinion would be that we support the variance of the
sport court. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at (952) 934-
7011.
Thank you,
RECEIVED
SE~ 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
September li\ 2005
Dear Building Commissioner:
I am writing in support of Clint and Jennifer Hurt's request for a variance of a five foot
side setback and 29.4% hard surface coverage.
Since Clint and Jennifer installed their sport court, it has become a real asset for the
Mission Hills Lane neighborhood. It is continually being used by the neighborhood kids
and adults alike. It also has served as an excellent and safe play area and has filled a void
that existed due to the lack of a nearby park.
We humbly ask that you consider granting this variance and take into account the benefit
that it provides for this neighborhood.
Sincerely,
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Scott and Micheh~ T~rQ9lg /
8455 Mission Hills Lane
Chanhassen MN 55317
952-906-1046
Dan and Jane Zureich
8490 Mission Hills Circle
Chanhassen, MN 55317
September 15,2005
REceiVED
SE~ 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
Building Commissioner
City of Chanhassen
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Re: 8491 Mission Hills Circle
Request for Variance
To Whom It May Concern:
Our property borders to the East that of Jennifer and Clint Hurt (8491 Mission Hills
Circle). Our family has used their sport court, which is the subject of their request for
variance.
We understand that the rock wall erected by the Hurts is currently situated on our shared
property line and that the sport court is currently five feet from that line, as opposed to
the ten feet required by the City of Chanhassen. It is our further understanding that if the
Hurt's request for variance is granted, this rock wall will be removed and that the area on
the east side of the sport court will be re-graded and re-sodded.
Weare writing this letter to inform you that based on our understanding of the above, we
support Jennifer and Clint Hurt's variance request for a five-foot side setback and 29.4%
hard surface coverage.
We take comfort in knowing that our children have someplace safe and close to play, and
do not have to worry about them playing in or crossing streets or venturing far from home
to play at a park. The sport court is especially timely since we understand that in the near
future Mission Hills Lane will be opened to Highway 101, which is being widened into a
four lane road.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 952-914-0879.
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Dan and Jane Zureich
September 10, 2005
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RECEIVED
SEP 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
I am a neighbor to the Hurt's. I live at 8460 Mission Hills Circle,
Chanhassen.
City of Chanhassen Building Commissioner
To:
Clint and Jennifer Hurt's Sports Court
I fully support the Hurt's Sport Court. It is as built as professional as
something to be found in a local park. Furthermore, I have had the
opportunity to use it and it will cause fewer injuries to children and
adults than a concrete court.
You should also be reminded that we do not have a public facility
similar to the Hurt's in close proximity to our neighborhood.
Therefore, I recommend you approve the five-foot side setback and a
29.40/0 hard surface coverage. As they said in the original movie; "Bad
News Bears 11" let the children play!
I can be contacted during the daytime at 952-932-4101.
REceiVED
SEp\ 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
September 14, 2005
Building Commissioner
Re: Clint & Jennifer Hurt's Sport Court
Dear Sir/Madam:
Weare writing to you today in an effort to communicate to you that we support Clint and
Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five foot setback and 29.4% hard surface coverage. Our
home is located just off the back of the Hurt's backyard and have been given the
opportunity to play on and make use of their sport court. We currently do not have a
neighborhood park and find this sport court to be an asset to our neighborhood and a
privilege for our two children to have access to. Please take the time to consider this and
allow the Hurt's to keep their sport court at its current size, I believe if it is eliminated or
reduced in size it will no longer have the same benefit as it was originally intended for.
Thank-you!
Kelly, Dan, Cayman & Jordan Fasching
8550 Mission Hills Lane
Chanhassen, MN 55317
952-937-1229
REceiVED
SEP 1 6 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
September 15, 2005
To the Chanhassen Building Commissioner:
Re: Sport Court Variance. Clint and Jennifer Hurt
As residents of 8444 Mission Hills Lane, we are in support of Clint and
Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five-foot side setback and 29.4% hard
surface coverage. The Hurt's sport court has been a gathering place for
BBQ's and other neighborhood events due to the fact they have the space
as well as the sport court for recreation for the children as well as the
adults. As a neighborhood we have had basketball games and anticipate
having the Hurt's host hockey games for the neighborhood in the winter
months. It should be noted that there is not a similar facility/recreation
space in the immediate vicinity. It would be a determent to the
neighborhood should this sport court be altered or removed.
Again, our full support is behind this variance application.
Sincerely,
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Kim & Conrade Thomas
8444 Mission Hills Lane
(952) 937-7551
(Neighbors of Clint and Jennifer Hurt)
September 12,2005
RECEIVED
SEP 1 6 2005
CITVOF CHANHASSEN
Building Commissioner,
This letter is in support of Clint and Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five foot side setback
and 29.4% hard surface coverage of their sport court.
We live directly next door to the Hurt's residence at 8481 Mission Hills Circle. With over
65 kids in this relatively small neighborhood and no park nearby, this sport court is a
huge asset. We always know were our kids are and with our children in many City of
Chanhassen sports, this is a nice and close practice ground.
An approval of the Hurt's variance would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you so much for your time.
Sincerely,
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Dale and Rhonda Tirevold
September 14, 2005
REceIVED
SEp 1 62005
CITYOF CHANHASSEN
Chanhassen Building Commissioner,
We are neighbors ofCHnt and Jennifer and are familiar with the variance discussion
regarding their sport court.
We have used the sport court and enjoy having it in our neighborhood. We are also in
favor of them maintaining a variance of a five foot side setback and a 29.4% hard surface
coverage.
Please reconsider their plea and the support they have from the neighborhood to maintain
a healthy outdoor-living environment.
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ifer ike Hidding
5 Mission Hills Lane
september 11, 2005
REceiVED
SE~ 1 6 2005
CITY-OF CHANHASSEN
Dear Building commissioner,
we live at 8471 Mission Hills circle (2 houses from
clint & Jennifer Hurt). We are in support of Clint
and Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five foot side
setback and 29.4% hard surface coverage.
please consider this request at the upcoming
planning commission Meeting.
Thank you,
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caroline and John Herbeck
September 10, 2005
RECEIVED
SfP 1 6 2005
CITY 01= CHANHASSEN
To: The Building Commissioner ofChanhassen City Council
Clint and Jennifer Hurt are in our Mission Hills Lane Development. We would like you
to know we are in support of their variance of a five food side setback and 29.4% hard
surface coverage.
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Patrick and Lee Anne Eastman
8425 Mission Hills Lane
Chanhassen, MN 55317
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Date: 9/15/06
REceIVED
SfP 1 6 2005
CITVOF CHANHASSEN
To: City of Chanhassen MN
From: Michael Maule
8464 Mission Hills Lane
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Re: Sport Court/ Clint and Jennifer HurtlMission Hills Lane
This memo is to inform the City of Chanhassen, MN that we (Micheal Maule and spouse
Patricia Silva) are in support of Clint and Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five foot setback
and 29.4% hard surface coverage. If you have any questions regarding this matter, you
can reach us at 952 294 4545.
Sincerely,
Mi~AI
Patricia Silva
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SEP 3, 2 2005
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
City of Chanhassen
Attn Building Commissioner:
Scott and Shannon Fiedler
8511 Mission Hills Lane
Chanhassen MN 55317
952-975-9802
We live in the upper cul-de-sac of the neighborhood. Our children play back and
forth at each others houses. When the Hurt family decided to put the sport court
in their backyard, they were very kind to invite their neighborhood friends to use
the sport court at the Hurt home with parent supervision.
We are very much in support of Clint and Jennifer Hurt's variance of a five foot
side setback and 29-4% hard surface coverage.
The sport court of the Clint and Jennifer Hurt Family does not have a negative
impact on the city in any way. If the neighbors of Mission Hills Lane are in
support of Clint and Jennifer, then pass the variance and move on to more
important issues that the city should be focused on.
Best regards,
Scott and Shannon Fiedler