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11. That a portion of the Driveway not only encroaches on the minimum required setback but <br /> also encroaches onto the adj acent residential property as well. <br /> 12. That the driveway setback specified in City Code is intended to serve multiple purposes, <br /> including keeping impervious surfacing out of drainage and utility easements and <br /> providing space for snow storage. <br /> 13. That there is no drainage and utility easement along the southern lot of the Subject <br /> Property. <br /> 14. That the larger property sizes in this neighborhood provide ample space for snow storage. <br /> 15. That the Permittee has stated that they have communicated with the owner of the impacted <br /> property and that they have no objection to the encroachment. <br /> 16. That the Permittee stated a previous owner of the Subject Property had to dig a small <br /> basin in the rear yard to correct drainage problems that were resulting in water in the <br /> basement and as a result, the detached accessory building had to be constructed at the <br /> minimum side yard setback at the time. <br /> 17. That the Driveway encroachment is not readily visible from surrounding properties. <br /> FINDINGS OF FACT <br /> 1. That the Driveway does not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adj acent property. <br /> 2. That the Driveway does not unreasonably increase the congestion on the public street. <br /> 3. That the Driveway does not have the effect of allowing any use prohibited in the R-1 <br /> Residential (MUSA)— 80 district. <br /> 4. That the Driveway does not permit a lesser degree of public health, safety, and general <br /> welfare protection than established by Chapter 117 of the Ramsey City Code, or permit <br /> standards which are lower than those required by state law. <br /> 5. That the Driveway does not increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety. <br /> 6. That the Driveway does not unreasonably diminish or impair established property values <br /> within the neighborhood, nor in any way is the Driveway contrary to the intent of Chapter <br /> 117 of the Ramsey City Code. <br /> 7. That the Driveway is harmonious and appropriate in appearance with the existing or <br /> intended character of the general vicinity and such use will not change the essential <br /> character of the area. <br /> 8. That the Driveway does not violate the intent and purpose of the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> RESOLUTION #23-240 <br /> Page 2 of 5 <br />