09-15-2011 Planning Commission Minutes

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2. Both of the proposed properties have more than 6,250 square feet of buildable area. Neither Tract A nor Tract B would be constrained from future development. 3. Tract "A" contains two non-conforming structures. One of the non-conforming structures crosses the eastern property line and is approximately 3.26' into the public right-of-way. The other non-conforming accessory structure is approximately 6.62' from the south property line, while typically 10' is required. 4. Tract `B" contains a non-conforming accessory structure which is approximately 4.96 from the side property line while typically 10' is required. It also contains a conforming dwelling. 5. Tract "A" has approximately 13% impervious surface coverage while Tract `B" has approximately 29% impervious surface coverage. Both are below the 40% maximum. 6. The property is suitable in its natural state for the intended purpose and this lot split would not be harmful to the health, safety, or welfare of future residents or of the community. 7. The subject property is currently served by the municipal water and sewer system. Tract "A" is adjacent to the public sewer and water system. It may be connected to the systems in the future. 8. The applicant is not proposing any provisions for water-based recreation. 9. Both tracts will conform to the minimum requirements of the Urban Residential Zone. 10. Lot layouts are compatible with the existing layout of adjoining properties. 11. Both Tract A and Tract B meet the minimum frontage on public right-of-way requirement of 33 feet, subject to the following condition: 1. The accessory structure encroaching into the public right-of-way on Tract "A", shall be removed. All members voted"aye". Motion carried. b. Building Code Enforcement,Tom Nelson—Fire Chief Tom Nelson,Fire Chief, was present. He explained he hopes to persuade the City to adopt the Building Code again. He feels the City needs something for public safety,the citizens and the firemen. The State of Minnesota follows the International Building Code and all contractors are required to build to that Code. Cities of more than 5,000 populations are required to administer the Code. The entire Code would need to be enforced, not just certain parts. Breezy Point administers the Code. Cities may contract with an individual or a company. There would be a fee structure. Municipalities with the Building Code have a higher value;there are higher interest rates and less growth without it. Vice-Chair Adams suggested the following: 1. Have the Fire Chief look over commercial plans; or Minutes 2 Pequot Lakes Planning Commission September 15, 2011