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4. 5. July 21,2003 and recommended approval of the side yard setback variance as well as approval of the hardcover and lot coverage variances, based on the following findings: a) Per Resolution No. 4497, the property was granted approval for additions in July 2000 which resulted in no increase in lot coverage by structures. The current proposal results in a structural lot coverage decrease from the current level of 2459.7 s.f. (25.9%) to 2439.2 s.f. (25.7%) b) The side setback variance of 5’ is supported by the hardship of an existing window which would be blocked if the 10’ setback is required and the location of the existing well pit. c) The proposed porch will not have a negative impact on light, air or open space in the neighborhood. d) A hardcover variance in the 75-250' zone is supported by the following hardships and justifications: i. Narrowness of lot at only 49.65' width limits the amount of hardcover allowed on the property and results in a long narrow house design configuration due to the required 10' setbacks. ii. Hardcover is proposed to be reduced on the property from the current level in the 75’-250’ zoneof 57.1% to 54.7%. There is no additional hardcover that can be reasonably removed. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments by the applicants and the public, and the effect of the proposed variances on the health, safety and welfare of the community. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variances would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely ser\c as a convenience to the applicants, but is necessar>' to alleviate a demonstrable hardship JL-.