Board of Appeals — Agenda packet

NOTE: THIS MEETING OF WILL BE SIMULTANEOUSLY HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING. STAFF, COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MANNER. TELECONFERENCING WILL BE AVAILABLE BY COMPUTER, PHONE, TABLET, OR DIAL IN. CONNECTION INFORMATION BELOW: 1. Call to Order 2. Quorum 3. Changes in Agenda 4. Compliance with open meeting law and public notice requirements 5. Announcement of Proceedings 6. John Van Der Vaart – 10329 Water Street a) Variance from 75’ Front Setback b) Variance from 2 acre minimum lot size for multifamily development c) Variance from 1,000 square foot minimum living space standard 7. Larson Properties of Door County – 3802 Larson Ln a) Variance from density standard for multifamily development b) Variance from 600 square foot minimum living space standard 8. Adjournment, Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/192304077 You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 192-304-077 United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 * It is possible that a quorum of the Village Board, Historic Preservation Committee, or other Village Committees may be present at the meeting. However, no action will be taken by the Board or any other committee unless specifically noticed. __________________________ Date __9/28/2026______________ Andrea Collak, Clerk __x_Village offices __x_ Visitors’ Center __________________________ __x_ Post Office Kim Roberts, Deputy Clerk __x_ Website Ephraim.wi.gov __x_ Faxed to WDOR Radio Administrative Office 10005 Norway Road PO Box 138 Ephraim WI 54211 Phone: (920) 854-5501 Fax: (920) 854-2072 E-Mail:office@ephraim.wi.gov VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM FOUNDED 1853 EPHRAIM BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 9:00 a.m. Village Hall -9996 Water Street Village of Ephraim Zoning Board of Appeals Hearing Checklist Preliminary Matters o Call the meeting to order. (CHAIR) o Confirm that a quorum is present. (CHAIR) o Confirm compliance with open meeting law and public notice requirements. (CHAIR) o Confirm whether there are any changes to the agenda. (CHAIR) o Read “Announcement of proceedings” (CHAIR) Public Hearings o Open the first public hearing. (CHAIR) o Read appeal notice.(CHAIR) o Call for a report on any site inspections. (CHAIR followed by BOARD MEMBERS) o Request an optional statement by the applicant. (CHAIR) o Reading of Staff Report. (ZONING ADMINISTRATOR) o Reading of related Correspondence. (ZONING ADMINISTRATOR) o Call for a report on any ex parte communication (CHAIR) o Request for statements by witnesses or visitors (CHAIR with questions from BOARD MEMBERS and responses by the APPLICANT) o Response by zoning administrator. (ZONING ADMINISTRATOR) o Request for any final Questions. (CHAIR) o Close the public hearing. (CHAIR) Deliberation, Decision. (BOARD ONLY) o Findings of Fact (review application, record pertinent facts on the decision form) o Conclusions of law (Specify the three criteria for granting a variance, determine which facts relate to these criteria, determine whether the criteria are met and agree on any permit conditions. o Order and Determination (Decide/vote on the case, complete decision form) Repeat “Public Hearings” and “Deliberation,Decision” sections for other hearings Other agenda items Adjourn Meeting Village of Ephraim Zoning Board of Appeals Announcement of Proceedings Role of the Board The Village board of appeals is an appellate board required by state law in any municipality that has adopted a zoning ordinance. The board does not have authority to amend or repeal any provision of the zoning ordinance. Its authority is limited to appeals regarding interpretations of ordinance provisions, and considerations of variances. The board functions like a court. Its purpose is to give a full and fair hearing to any person whose property interests are affected by these matters. Its job is to apply the zoning ordinance and appropriate legal standards to the facts of each case. The board meeting and public hearings are open to the public. A taped recording is being made of the proceedings. Appeal of the Board Decisions A decision of the board may be appealed by commencing an action in the circuit court for this county within 30 days after the date of filing of the decision in the office of the board. Instructions for Witnesses Anyone wishing to speak should wait until called upon as a witness; address your comments and questions to the chair and state: Your name and place of residence, your qualifications to speak on this matter, the source of your information, and whether you favor, oppose, or are only providing information in this matter and your concerns. Staff Report Board of Appeals Case # 162 & 163 #162 The property located at 10329 Water Street is zoned CN. It is a mixed use commercial property containing commercial office space, retail space and a duplex on the back of the property. The proposal is for a second floor addition to be constructed on top of an existing structure on the South side of the property with no change to the building footprint. The first floor of the structure will remain as a commercial use and the second floor addition proposed is to be used as a residence. The existing structure in question is legally nonconforming as it does not comply with the 75’ front setback from the edge of road right of way. The applicant is requesting a 20’ variance from the 75’ front setback. Per the recently re-written multi-family ordinance a 2 acre minimum exists for the construction of a multifamily development. At approximately 1.46 acres the establishment of an additional unit cannot be completed without a variance from the 2 acre minimum, even though an existing grandfathered multifamily use (duplex) already exists on the property. Finally, the proposed second floor living space, in working within the footprint of the existing structure, is approximately 650 square feet. 600 square feet is the minimum square footage for a new residence in the village if the building exists, however new construction has a minimum square footage of 1,000 square feet. As such the applicant requires a 350 square foot variance from the 1,000 square foot minimum. #163 The property located at 3802 Larson Ln. is zoned Commercial South (CS). It is a mixed use property with commercial transient rental units and residential units existing. The proposal does not contain any physical changes on the property, rather it is change of use for the balance of the property from Commercial Transient Rental (Cottage Rental) to a Multifamily Development (residential use). Under the newly written Multifamily Ordinance a change of use permit for multifamily can be considered by conditional use by the Plan Committee. However, per the ordinance the maximum density for the use is 4 units per acre. At 2.39 acres the property would be limited to a maximum of 9 units. Currently the property contains 13 units, our applicant has 11 units and a second owner has 2 units under residential use. The applicant is requesting a variance to allow for 4 additional units to be allowed beyond the limit of 9. The second variance required relates to the dimensional standard that sets a minimum square footage for residences. Whereas transient rental units (like the current use) can by ordinance be quite small, the minimum standard for square footage of a residence where the building already exists is 600 square feet. Currently all but two of the applicant’s units meet this standard. Two units however, that are part of a duplex, currently each contain 432 square feet. Our applicant is seeking a 168 square foot variance from this standard. Respectfully submitted, Brent Bristol Zoning Administrator. FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW Village of Ephraim Zoning Board of Appeals Findings Of Fact Having heard the testimony and considered the evidence presented the Board finds the following facts: Case No.__162__________________________ Filing Date _7/15/26___________________ Notice Date _9/18/26___________________ Hearing Date 9/30/26______________ 1. The applicant or appellant is (name and address) __John Van Der Vaart – 10329 Water _______ 2. The applicant or appellant is the owner of the following described property which is the subject of the application or appeal: 121-01-12312743F, Village of Ephraim, Door County, known as (street address): _10329 Water St____ _______________ 3. The property is presently in use as: Mixed use commercial 4. The property includes a nonconforming structure/use described as: Structures non-conforming to setbacks 5. The property has been the subject of a prior appeal/variance/conditional use described as: 6. The applicant or appellant proposes: Variance from 75’ Front Setback Variance from 2 acre minimum lot size for multifamily development Variance from 1,000 square foot minimum living space standard 7. The appellant requests:  an appeal of the Zoning Administrator’s determination  a use variance  an area variance under Section _17.25 & 17.16 _ of the ordinance. The features of the proposed construction and property that relate to the grant or denial of the appeal are standards of the ordinance in question CONCLUSIONS OF LAW To qualify for a variance, the applicant must demonstrate that their application meets the following three requirements. Unnecessary hardship • Area Variance – For an area variance, unnecessary hardship exists when compliance with the ordinance provision(s) would unreasonably prevent the owner from using the property for a permitted use or would render conformity with such restrictions unnecessarily burdensome. The Board of Adjustment must consider the purpose of the zoning restriction, the zoning restrictions affect on the property, and the short-term and cumulative effects of a variance on the neighborhood, the community and on the public interests. This standard reflects the 2004 Ziervogel and Waushara County Court decisions. • Use Variance – For a use variance, unnecessary hardship exists only if the property owner shows that without a variance they would have no reasonable use of the property. An applicant may not claim unnecessary hardship because of conditions which are self-imposed or created by a prior owner. Courts have also determined that economic or financial hardship does not justify a variance. When determining whether unnecessary hardship exists, the property as a whole is considered rather than a portion of the parcel. The property owner bears the burden of proving unnecessary hardship. Unique property limitations • Unique physical limitations of the property such as steep slopes or wetlands that are not generally shared by other properties must prevent compliance with ordinance requirements. The circumstances of an applicant (growing family, need for a larger garage, etc.) are not a factor in deciding variances. Nearby ordinance violations, prior variances or lack of objections from neighbors do not provide a basis for granting a variance. No Harm to Public Interests • A variance may not be granted which results in harm to public interests. In applying this test, the zoning board must consider the impacts of the proposal and the cumulative impacts of similar projects on the interests of the neighbors, the entire community and the general public. Based on the above findings of fact, the Board concludes that: A. Has the applicant shown that unnecessary hardship is present in that a literal enforcement of the terms of the Ordinance would be unnecessarily burdensome to the applicant? (YES / NO) Because: B. Has the applicant shown that the hardship is due to physical limitations of the property rather than the circumstances of the appellant? (YES / NO) Because: C. Has the applicant shown that the variance will not be contrary to the public interest and will observe the spirit of the ordinance, secure public safety and welfare and do substantial justice? (YES / NO) Because: Variance – the variance (does/does not) meet all three of the following tests: ORDER AND DETERMINATION On the basis of the above findings of fact, conclusions of law and the record in this matter, the Board orders: Variance – the requested variance is (denied/granted/granted-in-part) subject to the following conditions/mitigation: 1. 2. 3. Unless denied, the Zoning Administrator is directed to issue a Zoning Permit incorporating these conditions and certifying by the petitioner/applicant’s signature that he/she understands and accepts the conditions. Expiration of permit. Any privilege granted by this decision must be exercised within ____ months of the date of this decision after obtaining the necessary building, zoning and other permits for the proposed construction. This period will be extended if this decision is stayed by the order of any court or operation of law. Revocation – This order may be revoked by the Board after notice and opportunity to be heard for violation of any of the conditions imposed. Appeals – This decision may be appeared by a person aggrieved by this decision or by any officer, department, board or bureau of the municipality by filing an action in certiorari in the circuit court for this county within 30 days after the date of filing of this decision. The municipality assumes no liability for and makes no warranty as to the reliance on this decision if construction is commenced prior to the expiration of this 30-day period. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Signed_________________________ Attest_________________________ Chair Clerk Dated __________ Filed__________ FINDINGS OF FACT AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW Village of Ephraim Zoning Board of Appeals Findings Of Fact Having heard the testimony and considered the evidence presented the Board finds the following facts: Case No.__163__________________________ Filing Date _8/12/26___________________ Notice Date _9/18/26___________________ Hearing Date 9/30/26______________ 1. The applicant or appellant is (name and address) __Larson Properties of Door County LLC – 3802 Larson Ln _______ 2. The applicant or appellant is the owner of the following described property which is the subject of the application or appeal: 121-32 0003-0013, Village of Ephraim, Door County, known as (street address): _3802 Larson Ln____ _______________ 3. The property is presently in use as: Mixed use commercial transient lodging/residential 4. The property includes a nonconforming structure/use described as: Structures non-conforming to setbacks 5. The property has been the subject of a prior appeal/variance/conditional use described as: 6. The applicant or appellant proposes: Variance from density standard for multifamily development Variance from 600 square foot minimum living space standard 7. The appellant requests:  an appeal of the Zoning Administrator’s determination  a use variance  an area variance under Section _17.16 _ of the ordinance. The features of the proposed construction and property that relate to the grant or denial of the appeal are standards of the ordinance in question CONCLUSIONS OF LAW To qualify for a variance, the applicant must demonstrate that their application meets the following three requirements. Unnecessary hardship • Area Variance – For an area variance, unnecessary hardship exists when compliance with the ordinance provision(s) would unreasonably prevent the owner from using the property for a permitted use or would render conformity with such restrictions unnecessarily burdensome. The Board of Adjustment must consider the purpose of the zoning restriction, the zoning restrictions affect on the property, and the short-term and cumulative effects of a variance on the neighborhood, the community and on the public interests. This standard reflects the 2004 Ziervogel and Waushara County Court decisions. • Use Variance – For a use variance, unnecessary hardship exists only if the property owner shows that without a variance they would have no reasonable use of the property. An applicant may not claim unnecessary hardship because of conditions which are self-imposed or created by a prior owner. Courts have also determined that economic or financial hardship does not justify a variance. When determining whether unnecessary hardship exists, the property as a whole is considered rather than a portion of the parcel. The property owner bears the burden of proving unnecessary hardship. Unique property limitations • Unique physical limitations of the property such as steep slopes or wetlands that are not generally shared by other properties must prevent compliance with ordinance requirements. The circumstances of an applicant (growing family, need for a larger garage, etc.) are not a factor in deciding variances. Nearby ordinance violations, prior variances or lack of objections from neighbors do not provide a basis for granting a variance. No Harm to Public Interests • A variance may not be granted which results in harm to public interests. In applying this test, the zoning board must consider the impacts of the proposal and the cumulative impacts of similar projects on the interests of the neighbors, the entire community and the general public. Based on the above findings of fact, the Board concludes that: A. Has the applicant shown that unnecessary hardship is present in that a literal enforcement of the terms of the Ordinance would be unnecessarily burdensome to the applicant? (YES / NO) Because: B. Has the applicant shown that the hardship is due to physical limitations of the property rather than the circumstances of the appellant? (YES / NO) Because: C. Has the applicant shown that the variance will not be contrary to the public interest and will observe the spirit of the ordinance, secure public safety and welfare and do substantial justice? (YES / NO) Because: Variance – the variance (does/does not) meet all three of the following tests: ORDER AND DETERMINATION On the basis of the above findings of fact, conclusions of law and the record in this matter, the Board orders: Variance – the requested variance is (denied/granted/granted-in-part) subject to the following conditions/mitigation: 1. 2. 3. Unless denied, the Zoning Administrator is directed to issue a Zoning Permit incorporating these conditions and certifying by the petitioner/applicant’s signature that he/she understands and accepts the conditions. Expiration of permit. Any privilege granted by this decision must be exercised within ____ months of the date of this decision after obtaining the necessary building, zoning and other permits for the proposed construction. This period will be extended if this decision is stayed by the order of any court or operation of law. Revocation – This order may be revoked by the Board after notice and opportunity to be heard for violation of any of the conditions imposed. Appeals – This decision may be appeared by a person aggrieved by this decision or by any officer, department, board or bureau of the municipality by filing an action in certiorari in the circuit court for this county within 30 days after the date of filing of this decision. The municipality assumes no liability for and makes no warranty as to the reliance on this decision if construction is commenced prior to the expiration of this 30-day period. ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS Signed_________________________ Attest_________________________ Chair Clerk Dated __________ Filed__________ BOARD OF APPEALS CASE # 162 John Van Der Vaart 10329 Water Street Variance from 75’ Front Setback Variance from 2 acre minimum lot size for multifamily development Variance from 1,000 square foot minimum living space standard Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 – 9:00 am Village Hall – 9996 Water Street NOTE: SO LONG AS INTERNET SERVICE IS AVAILABLE, THIS MEETING WILL BE SIMULTANEOUSLY HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING. STAFF, COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MANNER. TELECONFERENCING WILL BE AVAILABLE BY COMPUTER, PHONE, TABLET, OR DIAL IN. CONNECTION INFORMATION BELOW: PUBLIC NOTICE Notice to Appellants, Zoning Administrator, Plan Committee, and Neighboring Property Owners within 300’ PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING APPEAL APPLICATION on the following property will be held on September 30, 2026 at 9:00 am to hear and transcribe testimony both for and against, written and verbal: Property # 121-01-12312743F • Variance from 75’ front setback standard of Ephraim Zoning Code in the Commercial North (CN) Zoning district. • Variance from 2 acre minimum lot size for multi family development • Variance from 1,000 square foot minimum living space standard The property is zoned CN. The proposal is for a second floor addition to be constructed on top of an existing structure on the property with no change to the building footprint. The existing structure is legally nonconforming as it does not comply with the 75’ front setback from the edge of road right of way. The applicant is requesting a 20’ variance from the 75’ front setback. The first floor of the structure will remain as a commercial use however the second floor is proposed to be used as a residence. There currently is a duplex on the back of the lot. Per the recently re-written multi-family ordinance a 2 acre minimum exists for the construction of a multifamily development. At approximately 1.46 acres the establishment of an additional unit cannot be completed without a variance from the 2 acre minimum, even though an existing grandfathered multifamily use (duplex) already exists on the property. Finally, the proposed second floor living space, in working with the footprint of the existing structure, is approximately 650 square feet. 600 square feet is the minimum square footage for a new residence in the village if the building exists, however new construction has a minimum square footage of 1,000 square feet. As such the applicant requires a 350 square foot variance from the 1,000 square foot minimum. Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/192304077 You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 192-304-077 United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 A notice is being sent to all property owners within 300’. Comments may be made in person at the meeting or in writing to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Written comments via email at bbristol@ephraim.wi.gov will also be accepted. All written comments must include name and address of commenting residents. __________________________ Date ____9/18/2026________ Andrea Collak, Clerk _ _x_Village offices __x_ Visitors’ Center __________________________ __x_ Post Office Kim Roberts , Deputy Clerk __x_ Website Ephraim.wi.gov __x_ Faxed to WDOR Radio Administrative Office 10005 Norway Road PO Box 138 Ephraim WI 54211 Phone: (920) 854-5501 Fax: (920) 854-2072 E-Mail:office@ephraim.wi.gov VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM FOUNDED 1853 S:\EPHRAIM\Office Forms\Zoning\Forms\Building\BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION.doc 1 Please Print 1. Owner/Property Tax Parcel. No. __________-___________-_____________ Owner_____________________________________________ Mailing Address _____________________________________ City _________________________ State ___________________________________________ Zip __________________________ Phone(s) ______________________________________ Email__________________________________ Location of Project ______________________________ Nearest Cross Street _____________________ Property Use: ______________________________________________________________________ Zoning Area: ______________________ Historic District? Yes No Contractor/Contact: ____________________________Address__________________________________ Phone(s) ____________________________________ Cell Phone (______) _______________________ 2. Type of Improvement ___ New Building Accessory Structures ___ Addition ___ Garage ___ Exterior Alteration ___ Storage Building ___ Foundation Work Only ___ Repair/Replacement ___ Other ___________________ ___Other__________________ 3. Describe Proposed Construction: __________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ 4. Cost Total cost of improvements as applied for in permit: $________________ Structural Improvement Cost (if new building or addition, entire amount of structure; if alteration, renovation or repair, structural portions only): $________________ Include with Application: Certified Survey Building plans, including all elevations, floor plans (if commercial, State-approved plans must be given to the office prior to obtaining your permit) Site plan showing lot dimensions, setbacks from all lot lines for structures For commercial structures, parking plans Parking plan for construction vehicles during construction phase Permit Fee/Impact Fee Land Disturbance Application Drainage Plan Landscape Plan VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM BUILDING/ZONING PERMIT APPLICATION 1 of 2 Application Date ______________ S:\EPHRAIM\Office Forms\Zoning\Forms\Building\BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION.doc 2 Dimensions: Number of Stories: ____________ Height at Peak: _______________________ Roof Pitch(es): _____________________ Total Footprint, Exterior: _______________ Total Square Footage, All Floors Exterior: ________________ Total Square Footage, Parking/Drives/Walkways: ______________________________ Type: Wood Frame Structural Steel Reinforced Concrete Other___________________ Principal Heating: ___ Propane ___ Oil ___ Electric ___ Other (Explain)_____________________________________________ Plant Manager Signature__________________________Date__________ Sewage Disposal: Current: Proposed : None Current System Continued Demolition/Moving ? Sewered Connect to Available Sewer Septic Extend Sewer to Property Mound/In-Ground On-Site System Other ___________________ Type: ____________________________________________ (copy of permit to be on file with Village) Year Installed: ____________ If On-Site System, Year Last Pumped/I nspected: _________ For sewage disposal planning, your contact is the Ephraim Treatment Plant Manager, 920/854-4991. Please contact him as soon as possible to allow proper planning and discussion of any necessary sewer connection permits or fees involved. Fire Chief Signature _________________________Date____________ Fire Department: Sprinklers needed?  Yes  No Driveway width/tree clearance (width/height): _______________________ Clearance around structures for truck access: ________________________ Fire # Assigned __________ Fire Department requires driveways at least 12’ wide and clearance 12’ high; Fire Chief may be in contact with you during construction to check truck access and, if commercial structure, any sprinklering, water sources, or other safety considerations Application and materials must be in the Village offices one week prior to Plan Committee meeting date to allow for proper processing and notification of Committee members. When permits are issued, work must start within 6 months and be completed within one year. The owner of this property and the undersigned agree to conform to all applicable laws of the State of Wisconsin and the Village of Ephraim. Signature of Applicant___________________________ Print Name _____________________________ FOR OFFICE USE ONLY For New Buildings or Additions, Complete this Section Also: Permit #_____________________________ Permit Fee: $_________________________________ Date Permit Issued ___________ Zoning Administrator Signature:_________________________________ Restrictions: _____________________________________________________________________________ 2 of 2 JOHN VAN DER VAART PROJECT DATE CONTRACTOR JUNE 28TH, 2026 DOOR COUNTY - DESIGN CENTER REMODEL 10239 WATER ST. EPHRAIM, WI 54211 EXTERIOR RENDERING NOTES: REPRESENTATION OF REMODELED EXISTING STRUCTURE AT 10239 WATER ST. EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SOUTHEAST WALL NOTES: ENTRY WALL FOR COMMERCIAL SPACE ON LOWER LEVEL. EXTERIOR ELEVATION - NORTHEAST WALL NOTES: WHITE HORIZONTAL SHIP LAP SIDING WITH DARK NAVY TRIM. CORBELS MATCHING TRIM COLOR & HIP ROOF AT 8/12 PITCH. EXTERIOR ELEVATION - NORTHWEST WALL NOTES: FENCED AREA & BACK ENTRY FOR COMMERCIAL SPACE ON LOWER LEVEL. STAIR ENTRY TO SECOND FLOOR FOR RESIDENTIAL LIVING. EXTERIOR ELEVATION - SOUTHWEST WALL NOTES: ENTRY DOOR ON SECOND FLOOR TO RESIDENTIAL LIVING. EXISTING FLOOR PLAN NOTES: SINGLE STORY COMMERCIAL BUILDING LAYOUT. N RENOVATED FLOOR PLAN - LOWER LEVEL NOTES: REMODELED LAYOUT OF LOWER LEVEL COMMERCIAL SPACE WITHIN EXISTING FOOTPRINT. N RENOVATED FLOOR PLAN - UPPER LEVEL NOTES: REMODELED LAYOUT OF SECOND FLOOR RESIDENTIAL LIVING WITHIN EXISTING FOOTPRINT. N SURVEY - FULL LOT NOTES: MOST RECENT CERTIFIED SURVEY OF ENTIRE PROPERTY. SURVEY - W/ SETBACKS NOTES: MOST RECENT SURVEY OF ENTIRE PROPERTY INDICATING NEW SETBACKS SPECIFICATIONS. 40’ REAR SETBACK 25’ OFF BUILDING 75’ SIDE SETBACK 75’ FRONT SETBACK 108’ SETBACK FROM ROAD CENTER 25’ SIDE SETBACK PARKING PLAN - COMMERCIAL NOTES: PARKING PLAN TO REMAIN UNCHANGED IN FRONT ON ASPHALT. GRAVEL PARKING TO GET MORE DEFINED STALLS AND EXPANDED FOR EGRESS. REMODEL OF EXISTING STRUCTURE EXISTING ENTRY/EXIT NEW 9’ WIDE STALLS EXISTING ENTRY/EXIT EXISTING 9’ WIDE STALLS LANDSCAPE PLAN NOTES: GENERAL PLAN IS TO CLEAN UP & REMOVE OVERGROWTH & REPLANT. N FRONT: REMOVAL OF OVERSIZED SHRUBS/TREES REPLACED W/ SMALLER TO SCALE BUSHES & FLOWERS GRAVEL PARKING SIDE: REMOVAL OF OVERSIZED SHRUBS/TREES REPLACED W/ SMALLER TO SCALE BUSHES & FLOWERS UNDER STAIRS BACK: REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING GROUND COVER ADJACENT BUILDING SIDE: REMOVAL OF DIEING BIRCH TREE REPLACED W/ BUSHES, FLOWERS, & GROUND COVER BOARD OF APPEALS CASE # 163 Larson Properties of Door County 3802 Larson Ln Variance from density standard for multifamily development Variance from 600 square foot minimum living space standard Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 – 9:00 am Village Hall – 9996 Water Street NOTE: SO LONG AS INTERNET SERVICE IS AVAILABLE, THIS MEETING WILL BE SIMULTANEOUSLY HELD VIA TELECONFERENCING. STAFF, COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS MANNER. TELECONFERENCING WILL BE AVAILABLE BY COMPUTER, PHONE, TABLET, OR DIAL IN. CONNECTION INFORMATION BELOW: PUBLIC NOTICE Notice to Appellants, Zoning Administrator, Plan Committee, and Neighboring Property Owners within 300’ PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONING APPEAL APPLICATION on the following property will be held on September 30, 2026 at 9:00 am to hear and transcribe testimony both for and against, written and verbal: Property # 121-32-0003 through 121-32-0013 • Variance from density standard for multifamily development per 17.16(9) • Variance from 600 square foot minimum living space standard per 17.16(9) The property is zoned Commercial South (CS). The proposal does not contain any physical changes on the property, rather it is change of use from Commercial Transient Rental (Cottage Rental and commercial use) to a Multifamily Development (residential use). Under the newly written Multifamily Ordinance a multifamily development can be considered by conditional use by the Plan Committee. However, per the ordinance the maximum density for the use is 4 units per acre. At 2.39 acres the property would be limited to a maximum of 9 units. Currently the property contains 13 units, our applicant has 11 units and a second owner has 2 units under residential use. The applicant is requesting a variance to allow for 4 additional units to be allowed beyond the limit of 9. The second variance required relates to the dimensional standard that sets a minimum square footage for residences. Whereas transient rental units (like the current use) can by ordinance be quite small, the minimum standard for square footage of a residence where the building already exists is 600 square feet. Currently all but two of the applicant’s units meet this standard. Two units however, that are part of a duplex, currently each contain 432 square feet. Our applicant is seeking a 168 square foot variance from this standard. Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://meet.goto.com/192304077 You can also dial in using your phone. Access Code: 192-304-077 United States: +1 (571) 317-3122 A notice is being sent to all property owners within 300’. Comments may be made in person at the meeting or in writing to be received no later than 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Written comments via email at bbristol@ephraim.wi.gov will also be accepted. All written comments must include name and address of commenting residents. __________________________ Date ____9/18/2026________ Andrea Collak, Clerk _ _x_Village offices __x_ Visitors’ Center __________________________ __x_ Post Office Kim Roberts , Deputy Clerk __x_ Website Ephraim.wi.gov __x_ Faxed to WDOR Radio Administrative Office 10005 Norway Road PO Box 138 Ephraim WI 54 211 Phone: (920) 854-5501 Fax: (920) 854-2072 E-Mail:office@ephraim.wi.gov VILLAGE OF EPHRAIM FOUNDED 1853