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^ i TO: FROM; DATE: Walter R. Benson, City Administrator Hank liuhich. Zoning Administrator March 6, 1978 j-f, <n> ^ oft- d) o d SUBJECT: Russ Johnson - 3508 Lyric Avenue Variance - Lot Area & Width & Side Setback Dick, I would like some direction on this application. The Johnsons are requesting a permit to expand and remodel their existing residence at the above location. Their lot is only 50 ft. wide with an area of approximately 6,723 sq. ft. The property is located in an LR-IC zoning district with a required lot width of 100 ft. and an area of 21,780 sq. ft. The existing house is currently located 4.1 ft. fi^oni the west property line and 11.6 feet from the east property line. The Johnsons are requesting approval to square off the void northwest corner of the residence for additional room, 'fhey would maintain the existing setback of 4.1 feet from the west property line. The expansion and remodeling on the east side of the house would consist of removing the existing attached garage and replace this with a new tuck-under garage at the same elevation. The front of the proposed garage would be in line with the front of the existing dwelling. The proposed addition would set back 10 ft. from the east property line. Above the proposed garage the Johnsons are requesting approval of 2 second story bedrooms and one bathroom. This addition would be setback a minimum of 10 ft. from the east property line. • We recently adopted the policy of not requiring variances for proposed additions that do not encroach on existing setbacks even if the setbacks and lot requirements are non-conforming. I'm still somewhat vague about this policy, however. Some of these proposals might result in problems to the City. I wouldn't want to be responsible without first consulting you. I'm enclosing a copy of the complete packet of material as submitted when the application was made. I am requesting some direction before making any commitments. The following exhibits are enclosed: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Exhibit A - Variance application form Exhibit B - Plat map Indicating site location Exhibit C - Site plan on survey indicating lot dimensions, existing and proposed setbacks and projected additions marked in red Exhibit D - Property owners list (neighbors) Exhibit E - Front view of house as proposed Exhibit F - West view of house as proposed 1