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SUP Request – Apliklowski Residence (1546 16th Terrace NW) Planning Commission Report; 10-20-20 Page 6 (cont.) * The applicant is proposing to remove all walls from the existing shed and preserve the roof to create a covered outdoor storage space. Code is unclear as to whether this should or should not be allowed, so the Planning Commission is asked to weigh in on whether this solution to building square footage is acceptable, or whether the shed must be removed in its entirety. On one hand, the City’s definitions for ground floor area and gross floor area both refer to measurements from exterior walls. On the other hand, the City would likely take issue to a similar structure in a more prominent/visible location. Whatever interpretation comes out of this discussion will guide staff moving forward. FAR Analysis:  There is no FAR requirement in the R-1 zoning district. Flood Plain Analysis:  The current RCWD Regulatory Floodplain elevation for Long Lake is 872.1 (NAVD 88). The RFPE is therefore 873.1. The proposed building will have a low floor at 875, so it will compliant to floodplain elevation requirements.  The RCWD reviewed the proposal and their comments are attached to this report. It is anticipated that no permit will be required. Shoreland Issues:  The proposed building will meet required setbacks from Long Lake.  Tree removal shall be limited to the 4 – 5 trees in the immediate vicinity of the proposed structure (10” pine, 10” pine, 8” pine, 8” maple, and 8” ash). Building Height:  The maximum height of structures in the R-1 district is 2.5 stories or 30 feet, whichever is less. From grade to the midpoint of the highest gable, the structure will be approximately 20’ tall.  The building materials (siding and roofing) will be required to match or complemen the existing primary residential structure. Special Use Permit Review: In General:  The need for a Special Use Permit is triggered by the size of the accessory structure. All accessory structures in a residential zone in excess of 624 square feet require approval of a special use permit.