Planning Commission Resolution 2021-025CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2021-025
RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
FOR A DETACHED GARAGE IN AN R-1
(SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE) DISTRICT
8526 EBBEN CIRCLE, LOT 4, BLOCK 4, FEATHERSTONE 4T" ADDITION
WHEREAS, the applicant has submitted a request to construct a detached garage structure
in the side yard portion of the subject property for storage of private residential storage and
lawn equipment; and
WHEREAS, the proposed attached garage space would exceed the standard garage area of
11200 square feet; and
WHEREAS, garage space, when exceeding 1,200 square feet, requires a Conditional Use
Permit, and
WHEREAS, the site is zoned Single -Family Residence (R-1) and, which allows such use by
Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the proposed use and development are consistent with the Comprehensive Land
Use Plan designation of "Places to Live" for the area; and
WHEREAS, the applicants have provided materials documenting the proposed structure and
location of the structure on the subject property; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 3rd, 2021 on the
application and the applicant and members of the public were 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 applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the detached garage will be
in compliance with maximum square footage requirements, which require a
maximum square footage for attached and detached accessory structures of
1,500 square feet, or a separate variance to exceed that total.
CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2021-025
2. The applicant has provided plans demonstrating that the detached garage
addition is architecturally similar to the principal structure in roofline and facade
appearance, subject to appropriate conditions of approval.
3. The parcel is a lot which will accommodate the accessory space without
crowding the subject property or neighboring parcels.
4. The building will be constructed so as to be consistent with the use and building
massing of other single-family structures common in the community and in the
neighborhood.
NOW, THEREFORE. BE IT RESOLVED, by the Planning Commission of the City of Monticello,
Minnesota, that the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the Monticello City
Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for a detached garage, subject to the conditions
identified in Exhibit Z of the Staff report, as listed below:
1. The applicant provide a certificate of survey including the proposed structure
for building permit.
2. The structure is constructed per plans, with the exception that the building is
reduced in size to ensure that a total of 1,500 square feet of garage area is
maintained on the property, unless a separate variance is approved for
additional square footage.
3. No business use may be made of the building, and such building is utilized
solely for the storage of personal residential equipment and materials.
4. The exterior materials used to finish the accessory structure must match the
existing home in material type and color.
5. No exterior lighting be attached to the garage that will glare onto adjoining
property.
6. The disturbed areas of the site shall be seeded or sodded within one (1)
calendar year of the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
7. The proposed driveway be constructed as illustrated on the site survey,
which shall limit the width of the driveway at the property line to that
allowed by ordinance.
8. Recommendation of the City Engineer as related to site grading and
drainage.
9. Comments and recommendations of other staff.
ADOPTED this 3rd day of August, 2021 by the Planning Commission of the City of
Monticello, Minnesota.
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CITY OF MONTICELLO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. PC-2021-025
MON I E-LL PLANNING COMMISSION
By: -
Paul sor. Chair
ATTEST:
Angela Schuman,)Comipunity [development Director