Commission grants variance for garage addition on Lower Whitefish Lake

Aug 20, 2026

Daniel Welch received approval for a variance to add 1,910 sq ft to a detached garage with a 65‑ft lake setback where 75 ft is required; staff recommended four conditions including permit, erosion control, stormwater and as‑built survey.

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Crow Wing County’s Planning Commission approved a variance on Aug. 20 for Daniel Welch to build a 1,910‑square‑foot addition to a detached garage on Lower Whitefish Lake, reducing the required lake setback from 75 ft to 65 ft.

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