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Lot summary: The applicant purchased the property with the thought the residence would be remodeled, however, after review of the foundation and structural limitations it was determined it should be tom down. In 2000, the applicant removed the old residence and built the current residence. At that time the applicant applied for a variance to allow a deck to be located within 75* of the lake. Planning Commission denied the application and the applicant withdrew the application. The building plans that were reviewed and permit issued met both lot coverage by structures and hardcover requirements. The hardcover in the 75-250’ setback zone was calculated at 3,745 s.f or 22.1-3%. The setback zone will allow 4,230 s.f., which would have left 485 s.f. unused. However, since the house was completed a year ago (The Certificate of Occupany was issued July 2001), the driveway and retaining walls have been constructed. The driveway is larger than what was shown on the original survey, and the retaining walls were not shown. The retaining walls were constructed to aid the change in grade for the driveway. Also, a small retaining wall was constructed on the lake side of the residence. When the retaining walls were constructed the applicant did not know they were considered hardcover. Additionally, the second driveway on the property has not been converted to grass as required. With regards to the house, the approved building plans indicated 2 windows and a patio door where the 3 patio doors are now located. (See Exhibit E). This change in plans by the applicant apparently occurred during construction. Statement of Hardship: The applicants have included their statement of hardship in Exhibit C. The applicants should also be asked for their testimony regarding this issue. Issues for Consideration: 1. There is justification for the driveway to be wider because Shadywood Road is an arterial street and carries much more traffic than most residential streets in the City. The applicant should have the ability to turn around and drive out onto Shadywood Road rather than backing out onto Shadywood Road. 2. Should the patio doors have a means to exit the home or should they remain securely locked/blocked? 3. Should retaining walls or some of the driveway be removed to bring the amount of hardcover in the 75-250' setback zone more into conformity? 4. The lot is conforming but unusually shaped. 5. The structural coverage on the lot is below the allowed 15%. m-2796 Gina Kosek 1875 Shadywood Road 6/13/2002 Page 2 I iXtrm