Land Use Application App. # App-2018-003104, UID # 195268
App. Status: Denied
Aitkin County Planning & Zoning / Environmental Services
307 Second St. NW Room 219
Aitkin, MN 56431
Phone: 218-927-7342
Fax: 218-927-4372
Email: aitkinpz@aitkincountymn.gov
 

Contact Information

Enter Applicant Contact Information:
Name:
Ben Matalamaki
Phone:
(218839 - 2810
Email Address:
benm@cjkgroup.com
Mailing Address:
44500 348th Lane
Aitkin MN 56431
Are you the Property Owner? Yes

Property Location

Property Location:
Property LocationLegal DescriptionProperty AttributesOwner InformationTax Payer Information
Parcel NumberProperty AddressTownship or City NameLegal DescriptionPlat NameSection-Township-RangeLake ClassLake NameOwner Name(s)Taxpayer Name(s)
01-1-11560044500 348th Ln
AITKIN, MN 56431
AITKIN TWPSUNSET HILLSS:32 T:47 R:27RDCEDAR LAKE (AITKIN/FI TWPS)MATALAMAKI, BENJAMIN & ALISONMATALAMAKI, BENJAMIN & ALISON
Enter directions to the property (if no property address assigned):
From Aitkin, W on 210 (3.9mi), Left on Pioneer, take 1st Right on 439th Pl, Stay right on 348th Lane, go all the way to the end.

Project Checklist

1.) Is the property zoned Shoreland? Yes
3.) Are there any wetlands or lowlands on/near the project site? Yes
4.) Will the structure(s) be used for commercial purposes? No
5.) Is there an existing septic system on the property?
(Outhouse/Privies are also considered septic systems)
Yes

Existing Septic Status

Do you have a Certificate of Compliance, Certificate of Installation, Design for a new system, or does your project fall under Exemption A or B above? Yes

Design Information

Attach Septic Design & Management Plan:
Attach Compliance Inspection.:

Project Description

Please describe your proposed project:
I am proposing to add a 2nd level to my home.  The current structure is 30x72 and the 2nd level will be 64x30.  Overall height after 2nd level is 31 feet.  On the SE side of the home, there is an existing 5 ft wide walkway, that I would like to extend along the length of the house, an additional 19 ft.  On this same original walkway, I would like to allow for an entrance landing area and roof overhang to allow for adequate entry to the residence, the roof overhang will extend out 48" farther than current state.  An additional stairway would be added to this same  walkway.  There will be no change from the ground attached footprint on the home.  

I am also proposing adding a level above the 26x36 garage to allow for additional storage, as due to lot constraints I have no ability to additional storage garages.

Project Type

Item 1 - Structure Type: Residence Addition
Item 1 - Size: 1900 ft2
Item 2- Structure Type (if applicable): Deck/Patio
Item 2 - Size: 95 ft2
Item 3 - Structure Type (if applicable): Accessory Building
Item 3 - Size: 936 ft2
Select a Septic Item (if applicable):
Residential Mound (Type 1)

Shoreland Data

Setback distance from Ordinary High Water Level to the proposed construction? (closest point) 33 Feet
Will the proposed structure(s) be less than 35 foot maximum height? Yes
Are you constructing a walkout basement? No
If you are building an accessory structure, will there will be a loft or second story? Yes

Natural Landscape Protection Plan

Will there be any vegetation removal, earth moving, or fill placed in the Shore Impact Zone, Bluff Impact Zone or on a Steep Slope? No
How many cubic yards of fill or excavation will be done on the property? 0 CuYd
How close to the property line will any fill be placed or any excavation be done? 231 Feet
What percent slope of the land currently exists on the project site? 5 % slope
Select the erosion control methods that will be used throughout and after your project:
(Check all that apply)
6.) What will be done after construction to control
erosion?
Proposing a rain garden to capture runoff from significant portion of the home.

Site Plan

Attach Site Plan:
Is the site staked and ready for inspection? Yes

Additional Info

Additional info:
(optional)
There are several reasons for hardship in this situation, including:  The lot is unique in that it is on a point and surrounded by wetland making any project within the shore land impact zone.  Other than the current building site, remainder of lot is in a flood zone.  Moisture issues in basement is not conducive for living space.

Reason for project:  The home was built in 70's and has had limited maintenance as it was a previous owners cabin property, as such a major overhaul is necessary.  Existing rooms in basement are not conducive to living due to moisture issues.  Basement is not significantly more than a crawl space and not conducive to living.  More storage space is required, however no ability to build a new footprint structure due to constraints of lot and proximity to wetlands.

We believe the proposed option is suited to use the property in a reasonable manner and the most non-invasive to the environment (no excavation/no structure moving farther into the impact zone than currently exists.

The practical difficulty is due to the unique nature of the lot being a point property, significant portions in a flood zone.

The need for variance is created by the unique nature of the lot.

The project will maintain the essential character of the property and neighborhood.  Two years ago a storm wiped out 10 trees on the north side of the house, trees have been replanted, and once grown limited visibility of the property from lake side.  The trees planted are very fast growing silver maple that will grow to 70' high and will limit any view of home from lake.  The remainder of lot around house to the point is covered with mature trees that again block significant view of house from lake.  These are mature trees and adding the 2nd level will not increase visibility from lake.

The practical difficulty of this situation is not an economic decision, its a matter of limitations of the unique nature of the lot.

Terms

General Terms Zoning Permits
  • Defining and staking the property lines, road right-of-ways, septic sites, and wells are the responsibility of the property owner. In some cases, a registered survey may be required to verify setbacks before granting a permit.

Land Use/Septic Terms & Conditions
  • It shall be a violation of the Aitkin County Zoning Ordinance to commence construction before the permit application is approved by Aitkin County.

  • The septic installer shall notify Aitkin County Environmental Services a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours before the covering of any portion of the septic installation. Changes from the approved septic design will require approval by the County prior to construction.

  • Zoning permits and Subsurface Sewage Treatment System permits are valid for one (1) year (unless the sewage permit is to upgrade an Imminent Threat to Public Health or Safety system, which is then valid for ten (10) months).

  • All corners of the proposed structure(s) need to be staked with visible flags, ribbon, or lathes prior to onsite inspection by Aitkin County.

  • If property lines are not clearly marked and visible, then they need to be staked with visible flags, ribbon, or lathes prior to onsite inspection by Aitkin County.

  • After a complete application is submitted and reviewed, an on-site inspection may be conducted; a permit may be issued describing the proposed construction that may take place on the property. Changes to a project may require a permit application to be resubmitted.

  • The landowner or authorized agent may make application for a zoning permit agreeing to do such work in accordance with all Aitkin County Ordinances. The landowner or authorized agent agrees that the application, site plan, and all other attachments submitted herewith are true and accurate and shall become a part of the permit. The landowner or authorized agent agrees that, in making application for a zoning permit, the landowner grants permission to Aitkin County, at reasonable times, to enter the property to determine compliance of the application with applicable Local, County or State Ordinances or Statutes. It is the applicants sole responsibility to contact other Local, County or State agencies to ensure the applicant has complied with all relevant Local, County or State Ordinances or Statutes.

  • Applicants acknowledge that they are in compliance with MN Statute 326.121 subd 1 which states "The State Building Code is the standard that applies statewide for the construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, use of buildings and other structures of the type governed by the code."

  • Applicants acknowledge that they are in compliance with MN Contractor Licensing laws per MN Statute 326B.85.

  • Applicants are responsible for getting all applicable entrance permits from the appropriate road authority.

Invoice #45292 (04/06/2018)

Charge Cost Quantity Total
Non-Taxable
added 05/13/2018 8:46 AM

$400 Flat Fee

$350.00 x 1 $350.00
added 05/13/2018 8:46 AM

$100 Flat Fee

$100.00 x 1 $100.00
added 05/13/2018 8:46 AM

$200 Flat Fee

$150.00 x 1 $150.00
added 04/10/2018 6:26 AM

$350 Flat Fee

$300.00 x 1 $300.00
Grand Total
Total $900.00
Payment 05/13/2018$900.00
Due$0.00
Action: Print  

Approvals

ApprovalSignatureOptions
Applicantbenjamin m. matalamaki - 05/13/2018 8:48 AM
0f6ea598df7cf968c63a46cb89edd311
d7d084224ec5b24b55d738ac76bd46bd
 
Text:
5/25/18 full online refund issued. KK
5/14/18 Emailed applicant. Needs to apply for a variance. (refunding $900.00 - put in kk basket) KS
File(s):
    Text:
    File(s):
      Date application was complete:
      Review started by:
      Zoning District of project location:
      Required OWHL setback distance:
      "Other" OHWL setback distance is:
      Project located in the floodplain?
      Base Flood Elevation:
      Lowest Floor Elevation:
      Is an after construction elevation certificate required?
      Property line setbacks appear to be met?
      Road R-O-W setbacks appear to be met?
      Bluff setbacks appear to be met?
      Septic Tank setback appears to be met with/without an engineer's report?
      Septic Drainfield setback appears to be met with/without an engineer's report?
      Is the parcel a Lot of Record before 1-21-92 or have alternate sites been identified?
      Is this New Construction on a previously undeveloped lot or Redevelopment added to a developed lot?
      Is this After-The-Fact?
      Zoning Inspector:
      SSTS Type:
      SSTS Design:
      New or Replacement SSTS:
      GPD:
      # of bedrooms:
      Does this system require an Operating Permit?
      Operating Permit #:
      Does this system belong to an other establishment?
      Is this a Cluster System?
      Attachments:
        Zoning Inspector:
        Attach necessary inspection forms/photos:
          Notes:
          Was an onsite conducted for this application?
          Self Install?
          Installer Name:
          None
          New Tanks:
          Existing Tanks:
          Date of Final Inspection:
          Attach Final Certificate of Installation:
            Low Interest Loan or SSTS Grant project?
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