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Zoning File i<fl956 August 11. 1994 Page 3 a triangular shape and equals approximately 1.28 acres in area and is subject to 5 acre zoning setback standards. The additions require a street side setback variarare and a side setback variance. The structure will e.xtend no closer into the side yard as existing sirucnire is 42’ from the side lot line. The proposed ikw addition at its closest point will be 45’. Ihe applicant proposes the removal of the existing detached garage that encroaches the side lot line. Based on iIk recently amended height definition, there is no height variance required for the proposed addition at the east side. Structural coverage is proposed at 4.47 Si. Weckmtm confirms that the proposed improvements do not involve bedroom additions nor an increase in the number of fixmres or water use devices, review Exhibit E. He confirms that the areas to be occupied by the new additions would not be suitable for septic expansion but alerts applicant to the need to protect the area to the east of the drive and to the south of the existing septic system for future use. Weckman asks that you condition the approval of this variance on applicant’s fencing off the existing septic area and the fumre alternate site before any land alterations take place on this property. Statement of Hardships 1.Please refer to Exhibit A. The property is 1.2 acres in area and subject to 5 acre zoning standards. The property is of an unusual shape 3. 4. The residence has existed on this property for over 45 years. There is adequate septic capacity to sene the proposed improvements and adequate area for a future alternate septic site on this severely limited property. Issues for Consideration 1. Is the proposed improvement too ambitious for this property.^ Other issues raised by Planning Commission members Options of Action To approve or amend the proposed improvement plan for propeny located at 4040 Watertown Road. Any approval must be conditioned on the following conditions. 1.Existing septic system and area to south of septic system must be fenced off prior to any land alterations or construction activities at this property.