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PAGE 8 City Council Minutes December 1, 1986 e 11. Variance Request by Larry Loken/Public Hearing Commissioner Kropuenske stated that Mr. Loken of 17451 Tyler Street is requesting a 1,800 square foot variance on the 1,000 square foot maximum garage size to build a 2,800 square foot garage; a 9.5 foot encroachment on the 12 foot maximum height of a garage to build the garage 21.5 feet; and also a 150 foot encroachment on the 300 foot setback required from a metal skinned builing to a neighboring residence. Commissioner Kropuenske stated that the request was based on the fact that the property is sold to a couple who are truck drivers and they are buying the property contingent on the variance being approved so they can store their truck in the garage. Commissioner Kropuenske noted that the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to deny the variance request based on the fact that the encroachments were so excessive and that they did not want to set a precedent by granting such excessive variances. Mayor Hinkle opened the public hearing. No one appeared for or against the matter. Mayor Hinkle closed the public hearing. e MAYOR HINKLE MOVED TO DENY THE VARIANCE REQUEST FOR THE SAME REASONS THE PLANNING COMMISSION GAVE. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 4-0. Councilmember Tralle indicated he felt there were appropriate places in the City for truck terminals. The Building and Zoning Administrator noted that tractors and trailers are allowed on residential property. Councilmember Tralle indicated he felt the Ordinance should be looked at regarding this matter. 12. Variance Request by Joseph Bistodeau/Public Hearing Commissioner Kropuenske indicated that Joseph Bistodeau of 14285 191st Ave. in Elk River is requesting a 10 foot encroachment on the 20 foot side yard setback. Commissioner Kropuenske indicated that Mr. Bistodeau is planning on converting the existing garage into part of his home and then build a detached garage. He further stated that there were no residents present objecting and that the Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve the request. Mayor Hinkle opened the public hearing. No one appeared for or against the matter. Mayor Hinkle closed the public hearing. e COUNCILMEMBER TRALLE MOVED TO APPROVE THE 10 FOOT VARIANCE REQUESTED BY JOSEPH BISTODEAU. COUNCILMEMBER GUNKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION PASSED 4-0. The City Council recessed at 9:05 and reconvened at 9:10 p.m.