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STO CROIX COUNTY
PLANNING ZONING
April 11, 2012 File: LU87444
William & Marilyn Scruton
1515 Twin Springs Rd.
Houlton, WI 54082
Re: Land Use Permit for construction of a conforming accessory structure in
Code Administration the Lower St. Croix Riverway District
715-386-4680 Parcel #14.30.20.855A
Computer #032-2086-30-100 in Town of Somerset
Land Information &
Planning Dear Mr. & Mrs. Scruton:
715-386-4674
This letter confirms zoning approval according to plans submitted on March 30, 2012 for Propeiq Real
715-33968G--467 4677 the following activities that require a land use permit:
Recy:,ding To construct a conforming accessory structure with <10,000 sq. ft. filling and
71-5-386-4675 grading in the Lower St. Croix Riverway District in the Town of Somerset
pursuant to Section 17.36. F.2.a.1) and 17.36.F.2.a.2) of the St. Croix County
Zoning Ordinance and standards pursuant to Section 17.36.H.1.
According to the site plan and narrative, the proposed project consists of construction of
a 28' x 32' accessory structure and concrete walkway outside the 40-foot bluffline
setback and on slopes <12% facing the river. The building with associated grading will
involve a total of 1350 sq. ft. of land disturbance.
Staff finds that the proposed activities meet the St. Croix County Zoning Ordinance and
the Lower St. Croix Riverway District based on the following findings:
1. The property consists of a 2.75 acre non-riparian lot located at 1515 Twin Springs
Rd., is zoned Ag/Residential, and is located in the Rural Residential Management
Zone of the Lower St. Croix Riverway District;
2. The proposed accessory structure will be more than 200 feet from the OHWM of
the St. Croix River, greater than 25' from any property line, and is greater than 40
feet from the bluffline pursuant to requirements in Section 17.36.G.5.c.a);
3. The proposed building construction will result in 1350 sq. ft. of land disturbance
that will not affect slope preservation zones or encroach into the bluffline setback;
4. The proposed garage will be - 18.5 ft. in height, which will not exceed the
maximum height of 20 feet in compliance with Section 17.12.(5). With conditions
that the structure does not protrude above the bluffline as viewed from near mid-
river, that windows and building materials on the structure utilize earth-tone colors
and non-reflective surfaces, this project will meet standards in Sections17.36
G.5.c.2)a) and 17.36 H.1 with regard to being visually inconspicuous;
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5. The Town of Somerset building inspector will review the ui mg construction plans and land use
permit in conjunction with UDC compliance inspections for the town;
6. The applicant proposes to route stormwater runoff from the roof into a 1500 gallon concrete tank
that will then be used to water gardens adjacent to the structure. The gardens will also intercept
passive runoff from concrete walkways to meet infiltration requirements. Installation of infiltration
device(s) must provide stormwater control consistent with requirements in Section 17.36 H.7.;
7. Steve Olson, Land & Water Conservation Dept., reviewed the application and finds the stormwater
management plan complete. He recommended that the applicant not use phosphorous fertilizer
unless soil tests confirm it is needed and that an affidavit be recorded to document the stormwater
plan.
8. Mike Wenholz of the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has reviewed the application and
stated that as long as the project meets the bluffline setback and does not encroach within the slope
preservation zone, the department had two comments regarding issuance of the permit. First, assure
that an appropriate stormwater management plan and erosion and sediment control plan be included
with the permit and second, that the applicant obtains any waterway permits if necessary;
9. The applicant proposes use of sediment logs for erosion and sediment control, which will be installed
to control runoff from the construction area and contain it on the applicant's property;
10. If constructed as proposed, this project will meet the spirit and intent of the Lower St. Croix Riverway
District. It will not degrade the scenic recreational or natural values of the St. Croix River Valley, nor
will it negatively affect the public health, safety and welfare of County residents.
This land use permit approval is for the construction of a conforming accessory structure with <10,000 sq.
ft. of land disturbance, as indicated in the plans submitted, and as provided in the conditions below:
1. The applicants or their contractor shall contact the Zoning Administrator prior to commencing
construction to schedule an inspection that will verify installation of erosion and sediment control
measures comply with the approved plans.
2. Prior to commencing construction, the applicants and/or their general contractor shall obtain any
other permits required, including but not limited to a building permit from the Town of Somerset;
3. All areas of disturbed soil must be stabilized with temporary cover to prevent erosion until
permanent vegetation consisting of native species can be established per 17.36.H.7.e.4 and
17.36. H. S.
4. The finished accessory structure shall not exceed the 20' maximum roof height allowed in Sections
17.13(3) and 17.36.G.4. The structure may not be used as a second dwelling unit in compliance
with Section 17.13(1)(e).
5. All siding, shingles, trim, and other appurtenances of the structure, including the roof, shall be earth
tone in color and of a non-reflective nature, with windows that are not more reflective than ordinary
window glass, so as not to be visually conspicuous from the St. Croix River pursuant to Sections
17.36 G.5.c.2)a) and 17.36 H.1 of the Ordinance.
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6. Within 3rdays of substantially competing the proposed building`construction, the applicant shan
sbmit to the zoning Administrator certification from the contractor that the construction has been
done in compliance with the approved plans. Photos of the completed project must be submitted to
the Zoning Administrator to document compliance with permit conditions.
7. All activities approved as part of this land use permit shall commence within one year from the date
of approval and be substantially completed within two years, after which time the permit expires
pursuant to Section 17.36 J.7 of the Ordinance. Prior to expiration, the applicant may request
extensions of up to six months from the Zoning Administrator. The total time granted for extensions
shall"not exceed one year.
8. Failure to comply with the conditions above may result in the revocation of this permit pursuant to
Section-17.36 J.8.b of the Ordinance.
This approval does not allow for any additional construction, grading, filling, or clearing of
vegetation beyond the limits of this request. Any remaining site work above and beyond what is
identified as part-of this land use permit application shall be subject to the review and approval of
the Zoning Administrator.
Your information will remain on file in the St. Croix County Planning and Zoning Department. It is your
responsibility to ensure compliance with any other local, state, or federal rules or regulations, including but
not limited to obtaining a town building permit and any permits that may be required by the Wisconsin
Department of Natural Resources.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely, .
Pamela Quinn
Zoning `Specialist as Zoning Administrator
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Enc: Land Use Permit #LU87444
Cc: Clerk, Town of Somerset & Building Inspector
Steve Olson, St. Croix County LWCD `
Mike Wenholz, Wisconsin DNR-,-
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