03-18-2019 Planning Commission Packet

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FILE#LA19-000010 18 Mar 2019 Page 5 of 6 8) Compatible with the character of buildings and site improvements in the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; The architectural styling of the proposed detached garage with plumbing is expected to be residential in character and consistent with that of the principal building on the Property. 9) Not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; The use of the detached garage with office space which includes plumbing is not expected to have any adverse impacts. No information has been presented to indicate such. 10) Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; The detached garage will not be significantly visible when viewed from off the Property on the street side, and the views from the neighbors will be screened somewhat by existing detached garage on the property to the east,vegetation and the physical separation. In the opinion of staff, additional screening or buffering will not be required. 11) Not create a nuisance which generates smoke, noise,glare, vibration, odors,fumes, dust, electrical interference,general unsightliness, or other means; The proposed detached garage with plumbing is not expected to cause any of these undesirable impacts. 12) Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties,traffic congestion,or unsafe access; It is anticipated that the proposed detached garage with plumbing will not generate any of these undesirable issues. 13) Designed to take into account the natural,scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact; The proposed detached garage with plumbing has been visually designed to conform to the residence on the property, and will not have a negative environmental impact. 14) All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right-of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts; Applicants are hereby advised of this requirement; and 15) Not detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare. Staff believes this criterion is met. A CUP may be granted subject to such conditions as the Council may prescribe. Further approval shall be granted only when the following criteria are met: 1. The council finds that the proposed use of the accessory structure with a bathtub or shower will not be detrimental to the residential character of the neighborhood. 2. The council finds that the plumbing fixtures proposed are in keeping with the intended use of the accessory building. 3. The accessory building is conforming in location, size and height. 4. The property owner agrees to the filing of a covenant in the title of the property providing that the accessory building will not be: a. Used for a home occupation unless specifically approved by the city or if allowed by this Code. b. Used as a dwelling unless a guest house conditional use permit is obtained. c. Rented, leased or otherwise provided for use as a dwelling under any circumstances.