Land Use Application Permit # 2024-0825, App. # 2024-001856, UID # 212341
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:
Donna Pickard
Phone:
(952500 - 0789
Email Address:
dpickard@trunorthsolar.com
Mailing Address:
3735 Dunlap Street North
Arden Hills MN 55112
Are you the Property Owner? No

Property Owner Contact

Property Owner Email: bullet10mm@aol.com
Property Owner Phone:
(612961 - 6179

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)
11-0-03180040511 265th Ln
AITKIN, MN 56431
HAZELTON TWPS:12 T:45 R:27BEIHOFFER, ANNE L TRUSTEEBEIHOFFER, ANNE L TRUSTEE

Project Checklist

1.) Is the property zoned Shoreland? No
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:
2 rows of ground mounted solar arrays, each taking up a foot print of 49 x 12 feet.  They are located one in front of the other about 23 feet apart.  28.3 KW DC in total energy size.  Square foot of each array is 588.

Project Type

Item 1 - Structure Type: Accessory Building
Item 1 - Type of Construction: Steel beam
Item 1 - Size: 588 ft2
Item 2- Structure Type (if applicable): Accessory Building
Item 2 - Type of Construction: Steel beam
Item 2 - Size: 588 ft2

Site Plan

Attach Site Plan:
Is the site staked and ready for inspection? No

Additional Info

Additional info:
(optional)
The site is not staked, we could ask the property owner to do that for us if it is needed.
See attached engineer plans for the project.

Thanks.
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 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 #61536 (09/21/2024)

Charge Cost Quantity Total
Non-Taxable
added 09/19/2024 8:31 AM

$200 Flat Fee

$200.00 x 1 $200.00
added 09/19/2024 8:31 AM

$200 Flat Fee

$200.00 x 1 $200.00
Grand Total
Total $400.00
Payment 09/18/2024$300.00
Payment 09/21/2024$100.00
Due$0.00

Approvals

ApprovalSignature
ApplicantDonna Pickard - 09/21/2024 9:51 AM
620fb2dc534521d83307d38cdeef4a2a
a19bba752a9cc7a4b2ba0cdab7e4ef93
#1 Administrative ReviewConnor Plagge - 09/23/2024 8:13 AM
f9bd20b9083186dad93ff2d425b2a3f6
c74be3acda5cc93f1e5b5a2001de2856
#2 Inspector ReviewConnor Plagge - 09/23/2024 8:13 AM
4074011bf33879c7e8af507ee321dab7
1887cd75f8b6db9b642d6bbe8833c469
#3 Final ApprovalConnor Plagge - 09/23/2024 2:56 PM
7df0e7b7d8c7eb43875787f4166e5fd0
856fcf6f72e1daac82b05233033fd565
Application has been approved. All signatures have been obtained.

Public Notes

Text:
Permit #49051

Approved for two 588 sq ft Accessory Buildings (Solar Units)
File(s):

Admin Checklist

Date application was complete: 09/21/2024
Review started by: Connor Plagge
Zoning District of project location: Public
Required OWHL setback distance:
"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? Redevelopment
Is this After-The-Fact? No

Inspector Checklist

Zoning Inspector: Connor Plagge
Attach necessary inspection forms/photos:
    Notes:
    Confirmed using GIS
    Was an onsite conducted for this application? No
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