08-21-2023 Planning Commission Packet

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LA23-000026 21 August 2023 Page 6 of 6 Public Comments No comments from the public have been received. Issues for Consideration 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official control? 2. Does the Commission find it necessary to impose conditions in order to mitigate the impacts created by the granting of the requested variances? 3. The Commission should discuss the proposed under deck enclosure and the proposed use of the new space with the applicant. 4. The Commission should consider the additional hardcover proposed within the 75' setback and determine if the proposed improvements are necessary or serve as a convenience. 5. Does the application improve or protect the sensitive areas on the property? 6. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? Planning Staff Recommendation Staff recommends denial of the application as submitted. While staff recognizes that there are significant challenges to development of this property, the applicant's current plan does not appear to make an effort to better utilize the allowed building envelope or to move improvements away from the most sensitive areas of the property. The proposed detached garage is shown in a conforming location on the east side of the property; variances will not be required for the new detached garage. List of Exhibits Exhibit A. Application Exhibit B. Practical Difficulties Documentation Form Exhibit C. Existing Survey Exhibit D. Proposed Survey Exhibit E. Proposed Survey —Annotated by staff Exhibit F. Proposed Plans and Elevations Exhibit G. Submitted Hardcover Calculations Exhibit H. Aerial Photos Exhibit 1. Site Photos Exhibit J. Resolution No. 7013 and No. 7272 Exhibit K. Aerial Photo Retaining Wall Comparison Exhibit L. Property Owners List Exhibit M. Map