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CITY OF ORONO <br /> RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> NO. 6 9 6 E <br /> G <br /> `gkE5H0�� <br /> FINDINGS OF FACT: <br /> 1. This application was reviewed as Zoning File #LA19-000007. The analysis contained <br /> within staff memos and the exhibits attached to the aforesaid memos, all minutes from the <br /> above mentioned meetings, and any and all other materials distributed at these meetings <br /> are hereby incorporated by reference. <br /> 2. The Property is located in the LR-1 B Zoning District. <br /> 3. The Property contains 0.7 acres in area and has a defined lot width of 75 feet at the OWHL <br /> and 75 feet at the 75-foot setback. <br /> 4. The northwestern side of the property is encumbered with an ingress and egress <br /> easement benefitting the neighbor at 2585 Kelly Avenue. <br /> 5. The Property is within Tier 1 and hardcover is limited to 25% according to the Stormwater <br /> Quality Overlay District. <br /> 6. Applicant has applied for the following: <br /> a. Side Yard Setback Variance <br /> b. CUP for plumbing in an accessory building <br /> 7. In considering this application, the Council has considered the advice and <br /> recommendation of the Planning Commission and the effect of the proposed variance and <br /> CUP upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic <br /> conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values <br /> of property in the surrounding area. <br /> PRACTICAL DIFFICULTY ANALYSIS: <br /> 1. "Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes <br /> and intent of the ordinance . . . ." The requested side yard setback variance is not in <br /> harmony with the Ordinance as the proposed garage backs up to the neighbor's detached <br /> garage at a substandard setback creating too much mass between the properties. <br /> 2. "Variances shall only be permitted . . . when the variances are consistent with the <br /> comprehensive plan." The variance resulting in a permit for construction of an accessory <br /> building/garage in addition to the existing single family residence in a residential zone is <br /> consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> Page 2 of 8 <br />