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Considering the appeal of Salamatu Forte to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) denying zoning variance requests to create off-street parking spaces in the front yard and to place the parking spaces 3 feet from the north and west property lines at 1712 Orange Avenue East.
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The appellant, Salamatu Forte, applied for variances of the off-street parking placement and setback requirements in order to construct an off-street parking surface in the front yard of this property. Two variances were requested: 1.) The zoning code states that off-street parking spaces shall not be located within the front yard; the applicant is proposing to place off-street parking in the front yard, for a variance of this requirement. 2.) Parking spaces shall be a minimum of four (4) feet from all lot lines; the applicant is proposing parking 3' from the north and west property line, for a variance of this requirement. A public hearing was held on September 6, 2022.
Required Background Information
The home on this property has an existing front-loading garage with two parking spaces inside.
Does this issue fall within the 60 day rule? Yes
If yes, when does the 60 days expire? October 3, 2022
Has an extension been granted? Yes
If so, to what date? December 2, 2022
Key Staff Contact
David Eide (651-266-9088 / david.eide@stpaul.gov)