Land Use Application Permit # 2024-0817, App. # 2024-001834, UID # 212263
App. Status: Approved
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:
James P Steffens
Phone:
(763245 - 8316
Email Address:
jpssas@hotmail.com
Mailing Address:
13446 Marigold Street NW
Andover MN 55304
Are you the Property Owner? No

Property Owner Contact

Property Owner Email: jpssas@hotmail.com
Property Owner Phone:
(763245 - 8378

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)
07-1-110501FARM ISLAND TWPRED OAK ACRESS:25 T:46 R:27RDSPIRIT LAKESTEFFENS, SHIRLEY ASTEFFENS, SHIRLEY A
Enter directions to the property (if no property address assigned):
North Lake Lot#2 of Address 29611 407th Place Aitkin Lot #1 Red Oak Acres.

Project Checklist

1.) Is the property zoned Shoreland? Yes
2.) Is the property located in a flood zone? No
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)
No
6.) Are you applying to install a new septic system? No

Project Description

Please describe your proposed project:
Set (1) - 12'x10' Water-Oriented Accessory Structure with (1) -12'x16' patio.

Project Type

Item 1 - Structure Type: Water Oriented Accessory Structure
Item 1 - Type of Construction: Wood/Frame
Item 1 - Size: 120 ft2
Item 2- Structure Type (if applicable): Deck/Patio
Item 2 - Type of Construction: Masonry
Item 2 - Size: 192 ft2

Shoreland Data

Setback distance from Ordinary High Water Level to the proposed construction? (closest point) 10 Feet
Will the proposed structure(s) be less than 35 foot maximum height? Yes
Are you constructing a walkout basement? 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? 1 CuYd
How close to the property line will any fill be placed or any excavation be done? 17 Feet
What percent slope of the land currently exists on the project site? 1 % slope
Select the erosion control methods that will be used throughout and after your project:
(Check all that apply)
Seeding and/or Mulching

Site Plan

Please include all applicable items from the checklist on your site plan. See example site plan below:
All Existing Structures & Dimensions
All Proposed Structures & Dimensions
Location of Driveways & Access Roads
Location of Well(s)
Location of Septic System(s)
Distance of Proposed Structures to OHWL (closest point)
Distance of Proposed Structures to Septic System(s)
Distance of Proposed Structures to Property Lines
Distance of Proposed Structures to Road Right-of-Way
Distance of Proposed Structures to Alley or Boulevard
Distance of Proposed Structure to Top of Bluff
Attach Site Plan:
Is the site staked and ready for inspection? Yes

Terms

Land Use/Septic Terms & Conditions
  • All appropriate permit fees must be paid in full prior to review of the application.
    Permit fees are non-refundable after a permit is approved.

  • It shall be a violation of the Aitkin County Zoning Ordinance to commence construction before the permit application is approved by Aitkin County.

  • 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.
    Property lines need to be clearly marked or staked with visible flags, ribbon, or lathes prior to onsite inspection by Aitkin County.
    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.

  • 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.

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

Invoice #61463 (09/12/2024)

Charge Cost Quantity Total
Non-Taxable
added 09/12/2024 2:55 PM

$200 Flat Fee

$200.00 x 1 $200.00
added 09/12/2024 2:55 PM

$100 Flat Fee

$100.00 x 1 $100.00
Grand Total
Total $300.00
Payment 09/12/2024$300.00
Due$0.00
Action: Print  

Approvals

ApprovalSignatureOptions
ApplicantJames P. Steffens - 09/12/2024 2:59 PM
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#1 Administrative ReviewConnor Plagge - 09/17/2024 2:11 PM
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#2 Inspector ReviewConnor Plagge - 09/19/2024 8:22 AM
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#3 Final ApprovalConnor Plagge - 09/20/2024 9:54 AM
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Application has been approved. All signatures have been obtained.
Text:
Permit #49043

Approved for a 120 sq ft Water Oriented Accessory Structure and a 192 sq ft Patio
File(s):
Text:
File(s):
    Date application was complete: 09/12/2024
    Review started by: Connor Plagge
    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? N/A
    Septic Drainfield setback appears to be met with/without an engineer's report? N/A
    Is the parcel a Lot of Record before 1-21-92 or have alternate sites been identified? Yes
    Is this New Construction on a previously undeveloped lot or Redevelopment added to a developed lot? New Construction
    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: Connor Plagge
      Attach necessary inspection forms/photos:
      Notes:
      10 feet to OHWL.
      33 feet to nearest property line.
      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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