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Side Setback: The garageju proposed is S’ from the side lot line and 8’ from the neighboring residence structure. A 10’ lot Ifoe setback is required. Applicant wishes to have a S’ setback to avoid relocating the gravel driveway. Neighborhood: The neighborhood has a mixture of attached and detached garages. The properties that have detached garages, the garage is located either on the side or in the rear of the property. This property is unusual for the neighborhood because the house is located so far back on the property. Driving the neighborhood, most homes are located much closer to the road. A garage could not 1^ constructed on the rear of the property due to the topography and lack of space. 3436 Livingston Avenue - Granted a variance in 2000 for a garage. Approved 1,968 s.f. (43.4%) hardcover in SOO-1000’ setback. Existed - 1,816 s.f. (40.3%) Allowed - 1,575 s.f. (35%) Setback - 5’ side yard instead of 10* Adjacent property garage located 3 ’ from property line. Met lot coverage by structures. 3477 Livingston Avenue - Granted a variance in 2001 for garage Approved Setback - 5’ side yard instead of 10’ Met hardcover and lot coverage by structures. Structures met 10* setback. Exhibit E shows the size of other properties in the Livingston Avenue neighborhood. The subject property is simMar to other lots in the neighborhood. Statement of Hardship: The applicant has included their statement of hardship in Exhibit C. The applicant should also be asked for their testimony regarding this issue. Issues for Consideration: 1. The existing residence was built in the early 1960’s, prior to current zoning standards. 2. The property does not currently have a gaiage on it. #02-2822 Danielle Henely 3422 Livingston Avenue 9/5/2002 Page 3 of 4