4.1. BOASR 08-11-2009of
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Jeremy Barnhart, Planning Manager
Terry Maurer, Public Works Director
August 7, 2009
Jake Nelson Variance Request
As requested, I have reviewed the Jake Nelson variance request submittal for the proposed
home construction on Simonet Drive. There are a couple of engineering issues that I see
with the drawing. They are as follows:
1. The issue of two driveways onto Simonet Drive from one home site -Although
Simonet Drive is a cul-de-sac with limited traffic and the two driveways likely do not
pose a traffic problem, they could pose a precedent problem for a similar request on
a much heavier-traveled roadway within the city.
2. The site plan shows a retaining wall along the south property line from the corner of
the home past the pool/patio area. The wall appears to be very close to the property
line and there is limited information, so it is impossible to tell how tall the wall will
be. I would recommend that the wall be moved five feet away from the property
line to allow for lot drainage from the property to the lake along the property line. I
would also suggest that detailed information relative to the height of the wall be
provided. As you are aware, if the wall is over four feet tall, it needs to be
engineered and have some type of fencing placed along its top to prevent accidental
falls.
If you have any questions regarding these comments, please contact me.
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