HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-013 (variance to the height of the structure located at 275 3rd Street South, Case No. 2014-35) RESOLUTION NO. 2015-013
RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE
TO THE HEIGHT OF THE STRUCTURE
LOCATED AT 275 3RD STREET SOUTH
CASE NO. 2014-35
WHEREAS, Grady Erickson requested approval of a 6' variance to allow for the exterior
renovation and rooftop improvement, not to exceed 41' in height, to the structure located at
275 3rd Street South; and
WHEREAS, the subject property is located in the Central Business Height Overlay
District Blufftop (CBDB) where only a 35', three-story structure is permitted; and
WHEREAS, City Code Chapter 31, Section 31-208 establishes a process for reviewing
requests for variances; and
WHEREAS, according to the established process, the Planning Commission held a
public hearing on December 10, 2014 and recommended approval of the 6' height variance
to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, on January 6, 2015 the City Council held a public hearing to consider the
Planning Commission's recommendation, and found that the variance is in harmony with the
general purposes and intent of the zoning code, consistent with the comprehensive plan and
that the applicant established that there are practical difficulties in that the rooftop access is
reasonable, the plight is due to circumstances unique to the property and that the variance, if
granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of
Stillwater hereby approves the requested 6' height variance.
Enacted by the City Council of the City of Stillwater, Minnesota this 6th day of January,
2015.
CITY OF STILLW s
Ted Ko-owski, Mayor
ATTEST:
Diane F. Ward, Clerk