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MimiTBS OF THE PIAilNIHG COMMISSION TING OCTOBER 3, 1988 ZONING PILE «1336-OBERHAOSSR CONTINI were in favor of having only one structure on the lot. There were no coininents from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by Planning Commission member Johnson, to table application #1336. Motion, Ayes»6, Mays«0, Motion passed. #1337 ROBERT PAIGE 3493 CRYSTAL PLACE VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING 8:45 P.M. ~ 8:52 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were duly noted. The applicant was present for this matter. Assistant Planning and Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained that the property in question was located at the corner of Crystal Place and Navarre Avenue. Mr. Paige is seeking a setback variance to construct a detached garage in his front yard. The garage v.*o;ld be located 5* from the street lot line of Crystal Place and AC from the street lot line of Navarre Avenue. Chairman Kelley asked about the designation of the front of the house. Gaffron stated that because the applicant was using Crystal Place as his address, that side of the house would be considered the front. Gaffron stated that there is a question as to whether the codes require the detached garage to be located behind the existing front line of the house parallel to the side street. Chairman Kelley asked whether there were any neighbors who were present to express their opinions of this application. There were none. Kelley asked Gaffron if any correspondence had been received from neighboring properties. Gaffrcn stated he had not received any comments from Mr. Paige's neighbors. Mr. Paige stated that he felt embarrassed about proposing such a plan if 30' setback was required. He was not aware of that fact. He stated that had he known that, he would not have made such a proposal. Mr. Paige stated that he was "stymied". Chairman Kelley asked Mr. Paige if he would like to come back with a revised plan. Mr. Paige stated that he could not afford another $150.00 fee. Kelley told him it would not be necessary to pay any additional fees. Mr. Paige said he would like some advice as to where a feasible location for the garage would be. Planning Commission member Hanson suggested building the new garage in the location of the old garage. Mr. Paige stated that he could not afford to build in that location because of the excavation required. Planning Commission member Brown stated that he did not see where there would be a need for a great