Land Use Application App. # App-2022-008484, UID # 204627
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:
Gordy Smith
Phone:
(763607 - 6135
Email Address:
gmljsmith@yahoo.com
Mailing Address:
47326 165th Pl
McGregor MN 55760
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)
29-0-05450047326 165th Pl
MCGREGOR, MN 55760
SHAMROCK TWPS:25 T:49 R:23RDROUND LAKE (SHAM/HAUG TWPS)SMITH, GORDON M & LAURA JSMITH, GORDON M & LAURA J
Enter directions to the property (if no property address assigned):
hwy 210 to hwy 65 north to hwy 6 east to 165th Pl.

Project Checklist

1.) Is the property zoned Shoreland? Yes
3.) Are there any wetlands or lowlands on/near the project site? No
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
6.) Are you applying to install a new septic system? No

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

Project Description

Please describe your proposed project:
I am proposing to build a 30 x 54 cabin with an attached an attached 24 x 42 garage.
What is the height of your structure? 30 Feet

Project Type

Item 1 - Structure Type: New Residence incl. attached decks/porches/garages
Item 1 - Size: 2628 ft2

Shoreland Data

Setback distance from Ordinary High Water Level to the proposed construction? (closest point) 85 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? No

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
(If yes, please attach plan):
How many cubic yards of fill or excavation will be done on the property? 100 CuYd
How close to the property line will any fill be placed or any excavation be done? 12 Feet
What percent slope of the land currently exists on the project site? 0 % 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?
Downspouts Landscaping

Site Plan

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

Additional Info

Additional info:
(optional)
CI completed on 2/9/22
Attachments: (e.g. blueprints, floor plan, compliance inspection, or other information)

Terms

Land Use/Septic Terms & Conditions
  • All appropriate permit fees must be paid in full prior to any necessary review(s) of application.

  • 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.

  • Permit fees are non-refundable after a permit has been approved.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • I acknowledge that by submitting this application, the application and its attachments are public information.

Invoice #54454 (01/29/2022)

Charge Cost Quantity Total
Non-Taxable
added 01/29/2022 12:32 PM

$550 Flat Fee

$550.00 x 1 $550.00
Grand Total
Total $550.00
Payment 01/29/2022$550.00
Due$0.00
Action: Print  

Approvals

ApprovalSignatureOptions
ApplicantGordy Smith - 02/15/2022 2:28 PM - witnessed by Shannon Wiebusch
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#1 Adminstrative Approval GroupShannon Wiebusch - 02/15/2022 2:28 PM
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Application has been approved. All signatures have been obtained.
Text:
Denied due to proposed house exceeding the 15% max structure coverage allowed. This structure coverage would need to include the garage as well.

payment transferred to app 2022-008535 (inv#54543) KB
File(s):
    Text:
    conditions of permit: Existing residences must be removed within 1 year. Must remain within the 15% maximum structure coverage allowed.
    
    Site is staked and ready for inspection 2/15. sw
    Applicant using shoreline averaging. Kb
    CI rec'd 2/14/22. sw
    
    Will need a revegetation plan for there shoreline and will be working on that plan. 2/16/22 H.E.
    File(s):
      Date application was complete: 02/14/2022
      Review started by: Shannon Wiebusch
      Zoning District of project location: Shoreland
      Required OWHL setback distance: 100 ft.
      "Other" OHWL setback distance is:
      Project located in the floodplain? No
      Base Flood Elevation:
      Lowest Floor Elevation:
      Is an after construction elevation certificate required?
      Property line setbacks appear to be met? Yes
      Road R-O-W setbacks appear to be met? Yes
      Bluff setbacks appear to be met? N/A
      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? No
      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: Molly Oestreich
        Attach necessary inspection forms/photos:
          Notes:
          Denied due to proposed house exceeding the 15% max structure coverage allowed. This structure coverage would need to include the garage as well.
          Was an onsite conducted for this application? Yes
          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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