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Side Setback: The garage as proposed is 5’ from the side lot line and 8’ from the neighboring residence structure. A 10’ lot Ime setback is required. Applicant wishes to have a 5’ setback to avoid relocating the gravel driveway. Neighborhood: The neighborhood has a mixture of attached and detached garages. Tlie properties that have detached garages, the garage is located either on the side or in the rear of the property. 1 his 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 be 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 500-1000’ 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. Ihc subject property is similar 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. I.ssues 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 garage on it. <<02-2822 Danielle Henely 3422 Livingston Avenue 9/5/2002 Page 3 of 4 ■