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Zoning File #1920 April 15, 1994 Page 2 DcKriptHHi of Request The subject property is located directly across tb street from tlK Applebaum rcsi<knce (Application #1915). The original house was desttcyed by fire in 1989. The applicant wishes to construct a new residence within »he approximate footprint of the former residence, review Exhibi*.-! G and H. Side and street setback variances would have to be granted for the new constriction. Review Exhibit A, applicant notes lot is narrow with sloping topographies to the nonli or rear. Upon your inspection note the yellow garage structure to the west. Otto wishes to align the house with the yellov' garage. Major portions ot the front yard arc located within the right-of-way of Highwood Road. If stand across the street, the retaming wall that defined a partial drive ard serves as a backout area for the Applebaum residence, is Kxated at applicant ’s southwest comer. Members may walk down the old drive that served the fomier residence on die east side of the lot. Walk back to where the topography starts to slope towards the County Road. It is possible that the house in its proposed location would be able to achieve views of the lake. The two triangular additions to property were acquired by former property owner so that existing drive and former house were included Vviihin the boundaries of the property as both encroached into adjacent property. Issues for Consideration Planning Commission Members are asked to consider area and width variances for new construction. Will you also grant setback variances? Can 30’ wide house be located on the lot without the need for setback variances? Has applicant selected the design of house that fits the topography of the property? What is the hardship? 3. Other issues raised by Planning Commission. A ny recommendation of approval must include the requirement that Lots 39 and 43 be legally combined. Review Exhibit B, note that each lot has a sepa’-ate PID.