Planning Commission Resolution 2021-024CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-024
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF MONTICELLO APPROVING AN APPEAL FROM
THE REQUIREMENT FOR 15% BRICK OR STONE FACADES ON
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES
LOT 10, BLOCK 1, CLUB WEST SUBDIVISION
WHEREAS, the applicant proposes to construct a single family house in the Club West
Subdivision; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is zoned R-1, Single Family Residence District, in which
single family homes are allowed as permitted uses; and
WHEREAS, the applicable zoning regulations require that at least 15% of all single family
dwelling facades are comprised of brick, stone, or similar materials; and
WHEREAS, the regulations provide for an administrative appeals process in front of the
Planning Commission, sitting as the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, by which builders
may request a waiver of the brick or stone requirements, under certain circumstances; and
WHEREAS, the applicant proposes to waive the 15% brick and stone requirement for the
proposed single-family home in favor or alternative materials and features as outlined by the
Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the proposed modifications are supported by various enhancements to the
applicant's housing, including a usable porch, additional alternative facade materials
including board andbatten, increased roofline pitch and varied rooflines; and
WHEREAS, the proposed modifications meet the City's long-term interest in supporting
enhanced building material quality and neighborhood design; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered the matter at its regular meeting on July
6th, 2021 and the applicant was provided the opportunity to present information to the
Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered all of the comments and the staff
report, which are incorporated by reference into the resolution; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello makes the following Findings
of Fact in relation to the recommendation of approval:
1. The proposed modifications are consistent with the intent of the Monticello
Comprehensive Plan.
2. The proposed modifications are reasonable, given the conditions in the area, and on
the subject property.
3. The applicant has carried its burden of showing that market conditions support the
variations from the standard and provided adequate alternatives that continue to
meet the expectations and intent of the City's land use regulations.
4. The proposed modifications will otherwise meet the general intent of the Monticello
Zoning Ordinance.
5. The proposed modifications will not create undue burdens on public systems,
including streets and utilities.
6. The proposed modifications will not create substantial impacts on neighboring land
uses that are not within the expectations of the current zoning allowances.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
sitting as the Board of Adjustment and Appeals, Minnesota that the proposed Variance is
hereby approved.
ADOPTED this 6th day of July, 2021, by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
MONTJ LO P NNING COMMISSION
By:
Paul onsor, Chair
ATTEST:
Angela SchurihPn,)Community Development Director
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