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A letter was received from Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Berger who own property two lots
west of the property in question. Mr. b Mrs. Berger oppose the granting of the
variance.
Mr. Decker did not see how the construction of the duplex would decrease property
values on 4th Avenue because that is anothe� area of the City. The lots may be
back to back, but 3rd Avenue may have other primprovements and buildings in the
future. Mr. Decker feit that the neighbors are opposed to any construction on
the site. Mr. Niemuth has indicated that he does not want a building on this lot.
Mr. Decker stated that he is not requesting variances for any setbacks, only for
the lot area.
Mrs. Cartwright stated that Mr. Decker stated that he has an economic hardship.
The Board cannot recognize economic hardship, but Mrs. Cartwright fett that there :
is a hardship to the land, no matter who owns it.
Mrs. Betty Niemuth, 676 W. 4th Avenue, stated that a two family home takes away
from the value of the homes on 4th Avenue.
Mrs. Cartwright stated that the area is zoned R-2 and a duplex i�s a pe�mitted use.
Mrs. Hintz cited an area in the City that was previously discussed by the Board
members variances we�e granted for a duplex. The neighbors were opposed to the
construction, but the improvements were nice and the neighbors were pleased with it.
Mrs. Hintz reiterated that a single family home is not a reasonable rate of return
for this property.
Motion by Elaine Cartwright to vote on the appeal . Motion seconded by Anne Hintz.
Motion carried 4-t .
Mrs. Hintz stated that because of the unfair breaking up of the lot, this property
has been left incapable of being used for what it is zoned. She felt that a
hardship exists because the only possibility is a single family home. Mr. Decker
has made three attempts to meet the ordinance and has been refused. By granting "
this appeal , the Board does not grant any special privileges to Mr. Decker because
other property in the area could have duplexes. She fett that the neighborhood
will be improved aesthetically and that there is no detriment to public welfare.
Mr. Miller stated that he could not entirely agree with Mrs. Hintz. The ordinance
is there to start wtth and should be adhered to. The lot is zoned for a single
family home.
IV. Appeal of Christine Hoopman, owner of 1709,Oak S�,tr,�, proposes to construct
a garage with a 6" side yard, whereas a 2 1/2' side yard setback is required.
Mr. Rosenquist stated that the appellant proposes to erect a garage setback 6"
from the side yard to line up with the existing concrete slab. A 2 1/2' side
yard setback is required.
Ms. Christine Hoopman, 1709 Oak Street, stated that she purchased the home about
3-4 weeks ago. The house was originally by the hospital and was moved to this
location. When the house was placed on the lot, there was not room for the
garage. She stated that a two-car garage would not be feasible because of the
angle you woutd have to put the car in at.
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Mrs. Cartwright inquired when the driveway was paved.
Ms. Hoopman thought about one year ago.
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Mr. Miller inquired of Ms. Noopman if she would consider moving the garage to
the north.
Ms. Hoopman stated that that was her initial plan, but she had three builders
look at the site and they thought she might have problems. She stated that she
is also concerned about the looks if the garage does not line up with the dri�eway.
Mr. Miller stated that an overhang on the garage would protrude into the neighbors
yard.
Mrs. Cartwright felt that 6" is not enough room to get into for maintenance and
repairs. She felt that the situation should be looked at from the present owners
view and possible future owners.
Ms. Hoopman stated that the house neact door is for sale and is now being rented.
The previous owner of the house next door thought that they had an additional
5' on the lot line. Ms. Hoopman does not believe they do.
Mr. Miller stated that he did not think that Ms. Hoopman would have problems if
the garage were moved to the north.
Mr. Luebke stated that lots that are 50' , 55' or 60' have similar problems. Mr.
Luebke felt that the solution is to have 20-22' between the garage and the house.
It appeared to Mr. Luebke that there is approximately 68' behind the house and
ample space to properly place the garage.
Mr. Miller stated that the garage could be moved to the north and have a 2' area
for repairs and painting on the garage. He also felt that the resale would be
better with some space between the garage and adjacent property.
Mrs. Hintz felt that if the garage is not lined up, it will look off kitter.
A lot of prospective buyers look at the line up and yard area.
Ms. Hoopman felt that a straight shot would look better.
Mr. Luebke felt that problems could come later. The neighbors could put bushes
right up to the garage and possibly cause damage to the garage.
Mr. Milton Ruck, 1703 Oak Street, stated that he owns the property to the south.
The driveway on the property in question was put in about two years ago and is
on Mr. Ruck's property.
Mr. Luebke inquired if the property were properly surveyed.
Mr. Ruck replied that he had his property surveyed and the stakes are visible
in the back. :
Mr. Luebke inquired if a straight line could be drawn from the back stakes indi-
cating the front boundary line.
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Mr. Ruck replied yes. He felt that the only answer is to pull the garage to the
side. He also stated that his property is not for sale. Mr. Ruck indicated that
he would be willing to cut down trees in the front yard to help out Ms. Hoo�nan.
He felt that no matter how big or small the side yard is, it will be used for a
storage area. Again Mr. Ruck stated that he does not live at the property now,
but hopes to in the future.
Motion by Anne Hintz to call the roll . Motion seconded by Harry Luebke. Motion
lost o-5.
Mrs. Hintz stated that there is no evidence of hardship and other solutions are
possible.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:05 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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' PHIL ROSENQUIST
Associate Planner