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9. The variances requested are unique to the design of the existing structure. It was constructed before the current building code requirements regarding stairway width and step rise. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. Other properties in tliis area are deficient for lot size and some do not meet the sideyard setback requirements. The variances being requested are specific to the existing residence's deficiencies related to the building code. 10. The granting of the application is necessary’ for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The variances requested will preserve the property owner’s right to use the residence in a safe manner. 11. The granting of the proposed variance will not in any way impair health, safety, comfort, morals, or in any other respect be contrary to the intent of the Zoning Code. The variances will improve safety by improving the steps and internal stairway. 12. The granting of sue’’ variance w ill not merely serv e as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate demonstrable hardship or difficulty. The granting of the variances improves the livability of the existing residence to bring it into conformance with the building code. Issues 1.Planning Commission previously recommended approval of the sideyard variance and hardcover variance for the kitchen addition. 2.The improvements would bring the structure into conformance with building code requirements for the internal stairwell and front steps. 3. The lot does not meet the required lot area or lot width requirements. Stair Recommendation To approve the variance for a sideyard encroachment of 3.4' for the kitchen expansion and an increase in hardcover by 69 sq. ft. in the 75'-250' setback to allow the proposed improvements.