Application 26-001337: Record Inquiry

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Planning and Zoning: Land Use

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MN
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT

Duluth

Virginia

Government Services Center

320 West 2nd Street, Suite 301

201 South 3rd Avenue West

Duluth, MN 55802

Virginia, MN 55792

(218) 471-7103

VARIANCE REQUEST PERMIT APPLICATION

Your Contact Information.
If the information is not correct, you may need to update your contact information using the 'Maintain Contact Information' option once you have filled out this application.

First Name: Field is required.

Joeseph

Middle Name:--

Last Name: Field is required.

Schlagel

Address Line 1: Field is required.

12751 15th Ave

Address Line 2:--

City:

Chippewa Falls

State/Province: Field is required.

Postal Code: Field is required.

54729

Business Phone: Field is required.

Mobile Phone:8159995006

Home Phone:--

Fax:--

Email Address: Field is recommended.

ajbagel89@gmail.com

Preferred Contact Method: Field is required.

Any

General - This application is used to apply for a Land Use Permit. Applicants will need to attach the appropriate worksheet(s) in order to process. Incomplete applications will be returned. Note that the 'clock' does not begin until after payment has been processed for the application. For more information, see our website at: www.stlouiscountymn.gov/BuildingStructures

Enter the Primary PIN and Associated PIN (if applicable) of the property to be reviewed.
PIN is found on your Property Tax Statement. For example, 123-1234-12345. Primary PIN: Parcel where Structure/SSTS are located. Associated PIN: Additional and/or adjacent property that you own or that is related to the project.
County Land Explorer: https://www.stlouiscountymn.gov/explorer
Property Lookup: http://apps.stlouiscountymn.gov/auditor/parcelInfo2005Iframe

Primary PIN Field is required.

662-0014-00040

Associated PINs

Is this application being submitted for a Rehearing?
If this application is being submitted because a previous Variance Permit application was denied or disapproved, please select Yes.

Enter Applicant Information

I am a:

Landowner

Applicant Name: Field is required.

Joseph Schlagel

Address Line 1: Field is required.

2308 S. Weiberg Point Road

Address Line 2:--

City:

Makinen

State:

Zip:

55763

Primary Phone: Field is required.

(815)999-5006

Cell Phone:8159995006

Fax:--

Email:ajbagel89@gmail.com

Contact Person Name: Field is recommended.

Joe Schlagel

Contact Person Phone: Field is recommended.

(815)999-5006

Mailing Address Information.
This address can default from the address you selected. If the values defaulted are not correct, please enter the correct information.

Same as Applicant address?Yes

Name:

Joe Schlagel

Address:

12751 15th Avenue

City:

CHIPPEWA FALLS

State/Province: Field is required.

Zip:

54729

Primary Phone:(815)999-5006

Cell Phone:8159995006

Fax:--

Email:

ajbagel89@gmail.com

Site Information
If there is no site address, the application will be forwarded to 911/Communications to assign one.

Is there a site address for this property? Field is required.

Yes

Site Address:2308 S. Weiberg Point Road Makinen, MN 55763

Is this leased property?No

Leased From?--

US Forest Service

Superior National Forest

8901 Grand Avenue Place

Duluth, MN 55808

MN Power

Shore Land Traditions

30 West Superior Street

Duluth, MN 55802

MN DNR, Area Hydrologist

7979 Highway 37

Eveleth, MN 55734

MN DNR Land and Minerals

1201 East Highway 2

Grand Rapids, MN 55744

St. Louis County - Duluth

Government Services Center

320 West 2nd Street, Suite 301

Duluth, MN 55802

(218) 725-5000

St. Louis County - Virginia

Land and Minerals

7820 Highway 135

Virginia, MN 55792

(218) 749-7103

Do you have written authorization from the leased property owner?
If Yes, you must attach written authorization form.

How is the property accessed?

Public Road

Private Road

Easement

Water

Other

Enter Project Information.
If you answered 'Yes' to any of the questions below, it is required that you submit a copy of a septic permit to construct or certificate of compliance approval or municipal/sanitary district approval when applying for a land use permit.

Is this project on a parcel less than 2.5 acres?

Yes

Is this project within 300 feet of a stream/river or 1,000 feet of a lake?

Yes

Is this project adding a bedroom?
Include home, garage, and accessory dwelling.

Total # of bedrooms on property after project completion.

Does this project include plumbing or pressurized water in proposed structure?

Yes

If Yes, please explain:

Screened in porch with small powder room (toilet & sink) utilizing existing holding tank and water supply.

Is this project connected to a municipal or sanitary district system?

VARIANCE REQUEST WORKSHEET

A variance allows the use of property in a manner otherwise forbidden by a zoning ordinance by varying one or more of the performance standards such as lot size, setbacks, etc. Variances from official zoning controls are defined under Minnesota Statutes 394.27 and require the landowner to prove that the property could not otherwise be used or enjoyed in the proposed way by complying with ordinance requirements and that there will be no negative impact on surrounding properties.
It is advisable that you discuss your request with Planning and Community Development staff prior to submitting the application. Approval or denial of your request is dependent on the justification you provide in answering the questions on this application. For more information, please check our website at: www.stlouiscountymn.gov/VarianceRequired

VARIANCE REQUEST INFORMATION

Complete this form along with the Land Use Permit Application

What kind of variance request is this?
If this is a Variance After the Fact, you must answer additional questions below.

Variance Request

Describe what you are varying from and the situation that makes it difficult to comply with county ordinances.
If your proposal includes a structure, please also list the length, width and height of the structure.

We purchased our cabin on Whiteface Reservoir in 2024. It was built in 1973 and is a non conforming structure as it sits 80 feet from the lake (on NE side of cabin) so it's within the set back. That side of the cabin does have an existing deck that extends 8' out on the NE side of the cabin (towards the lake). Our intention is tear down that deck and go out 16" from the existing cabin wall on the NE side, therefore we would be protruding an additional 8' from the current footprint (cabin & deck). We would NOT be putting a deck on that side. The cabin is 32' long, 24' deep and 12' tall. The deck extends 8' out from the NE side. The proposed addition would be 16' long, 24' deep and 14' tall. We are varying from the for ordinance listed in "Additions: To Nonconforming Structures in Shoreland Areas" as it states "7. The addition does not decrease the existing shoreline setback. The proposed addition would decrease the current set back by 8' To comply we would either need to build behind the cabin (with no means to enter the structure from the cabin as the bathroom and bedrooms are in the way). The other choice is the opposite side of the cabin, but because the lot slopes away on that end the addition would be higher off the ground and brings concern for the addition shifting with the higher posts. (cabin sits on posts , no foundation) . Also building on this side takes away from the original purpose of having a long view of the lake.

Describe the intended/planned use of the property.

The addition would be a used as a 3 season porch, used to enjoy the full long view of the lake and be protected from mosquitos and horse flies (wife reacts badly to their bites). The NE side of the cabin currently prohibits that view from inside the cabin as the bathroom, kitchen and entrance are on that side, therefore making it prohibitive to enjoy the view from a protected area.

Describe the current use of your property.

We use the cabin as it is, but it restricts how much my wife can enjoy the lake views from the outside.

Describe other alternatives, if any.

An alternative is to build the addition on the opposite side (SW) but it gives a us a restricted view of the lake as there is a shed in the way in addition to the trees and vegetation. Also, that side of the property slopes down therefore making the addition to sit higher off the ground and therefore raising concerns about the stability as the cabin (and addition) sits on posts. Adding a foundation would be cost prohibitive based on the value of the current structure. Also there would be additional costs of moving the current MINI split system that exists on that side of the cabin.

If approved, how will the proposed use, with the variance, fit into the character of the neighborhood/area?

The addition would fit in nicely as it just extends the length of the cabin and not take away from the "resort feeling" we currently have on our part of the lake. No trees would be taken down. Also the current deck is not in good shape and would be need to be replaced if we are not allowed to build the addition. It currently takes away from the aesthetics of the building.

Describe how neighboring properties and the use of those properties will be impacted by the proposed use with the variance.

The structure would fit in nicely as it would match the current pitch of the roof and same depth. We have 2 neighbors, the neighbor to the north has the same view we intend to have, so the addition would not change their view of the lake. The neighbor towards the SW (opposite side) would not even see the addition as it's extending on the side opposite of them. Not to mention we have woods dividing us, so they can't see through our lot as it is.

Describe how negative impact to the local environment and landscape will be avoided.

There would be no negative impact as no trees or vegetation would be removed.

Describe the expected benefits of a variance to use of this property.

Be able to enjoy the beauty of the lake and trees, without being exposed to the weather and insects (due to spouses severe allergies)

Include additional comments that will clarify your request for the Planning and Community Development staff members and the Board of Adjustment.

We are just trying to improve the livability of the existing cabin, the property has such a beautiful view that we would like to take full advantage for our family and our decedents (or other future owners).

IF YOU ARE RESPONDING TO A PERMIT VIOLATION, PLEASE ANSWER THESE ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Describe your reasons county zoning ordinance requirements were not followed.

Describe your effort to comply with the ordinance and to obtain a land use permit and/or other required permits.

Describe any substantial investments, construction and/or repairs made to the property before you discovered you needed a variance.

If there was construction or repair, on what date did it begin? What date did it end?

Start Date--

End Date--

Who performed the construction or repair work?

Was a survey of your property boundaries obtained?

Prior to the construction or repair work, did you speak with anyone from the Planning and Community Development Department?

By submitting this application, I certify and agree that I am the owner or the authorized agent of the owner of the above property, and that all uses will conform to the provisions of St. Louis County. I further certify and agree that I will comply with all conditions imposed in connection with the approval of the application. Applicants may be required to submit additional property descriptions, property surveys, site plans, building plans, and other information before the application is accepted or approved. Intentional or unintentional falsification of this application or any attachments thereto will make the application, any approval of the application and any result invalid. I authorize St. Louis County staff to inspect the property to review the application and for compliance inspections. Furthermore, by submitting this application, I release St. Louis County and its employees from any and all liability and claims for damages to person or property in any manner or form that may arise from the approval of the application or any related plans, the issuance of any resulting permit or the subsequent location, construction, alteration, repair, extension, operation or maintenance of the subject matter of the application.
If your name, contact information or email address have changed, you should update your contact information in the portal by selecting 'Maintain Contact Information' at the top of this page.

Submitted By:Joeseph Schlagel

Address:12751 15th Ave

City:Chippewa Falls

State:WI

Postal Code:54729

Email Address:ajbagel89@gmail.com

I have read and agree to the statement above.

I agree

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ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MNPLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT

VARIANCE REQUEST PERMIT APPLICATION

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, MN
PLANNING AND ZONING DEPARTMENT