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Zoning File mS5 <br />September 7, 1993 <br />Page 2 <br />Description of Request <br />The applicant proposes the installation of a second story over the existing single story <br />structure with the expansion of a 10 ’ x 12 ’ two-story addition over existing porch (first level <br />porch and second level closet area). The structure will meet the legal 30’ height shown at an <br />average height of 27’. Review Exhibit I, the front elevation. At the highest point of the <br />structure, the height equals 31’. Height is determined from the lowest existing elevation to the <br />mean or average height of the pitched roof. A 2'/^’ x 5’ chimney addition encroaches into the <br />substandard setback area located 4’ 8" from east side lot line. <br />Review Exhibit D, the second story will not encroach the average lakeshore setback line. <br />Lot coverage is maintained at 13.3%. Hardcover is under the allowed 25%. The only variance <br />sought by applicant is the east side yard variance. The majority of the second floor expansion <br />will not encroach beyond 7’ 2" setback. Only the 5’ x 2Vi’ fireplace will expand into the <br />substandard side yard. <br />Statement of Hardship <br />Review Exhibit A. Staff would add the following: <br />House was constructed prior to zoning standaids for residential construction sometime <br />in the 40’s. Applicant and former owners have applied for required permits when improvements <br />were proposed. The only variance sought tor the improvement is a side setback variance. The <br />existing elevations and manire vegetation will minimize impact of second story expansion on <br />residence to east. Staff has received no negative comments from neighbors who have signed <br />Acknowledgement Forms. Review Exhibit F. <br />Issues for Consideration <br />Will you allow the further encroachment of the substandard side yard by a 2'/^’ x 5’ <br />chimney? Can fireplace encroachment be reduced?