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the minimum lot size requirements.Allowing another structure on a substandard lot theoretically extends the future life <br />of this lot. Financially, it makes it more difficult for this lot to be combined with the <br />applicant's lot at a future point in time. Combining the lots would allow for one lot <br />that more closely conforms to the minimum lot area requirements. The Zoning Code <br />does not allow two principal structures on one zoning lot so the lots cannot be combined <br />unless a dwelling unit is removed. <br />The Zoning Code indicates that lots of records that are deficient in lot width and lot <br />area shall not be more intensely developed. The issue is whether a garage is considered <br />more intense development. Generally, properties without garages are reviewed favorably <br />when variances are needed. <br />STAFF RECOMMENDATION <br />To review the plan as submitted and as revised by staff and discuss the unique issues with this lot <br />given that it does not meet lot area requirements and the applicant's own the adjacent lot. <br />One possible solution is to ask the applicants to consider adding a stall to their existing garage on <br />their property to be used by their daughter. This would provide enclosed parking for her vehicle <br />and provide one larger garage servicing both properties rather than adding more structure and <br />hardcover to a substandard lot that should eventually be combined with the applicant's lot. <br />Attachments <br />A <br />B <br />C <br />D <br />E <br />F <br />G <br />H <br />I <br />J <br />K <br />L <br />Application <br />Plat Map <br />Existing Survey <br />Hardcover as submitted <br />Staff Revised Survey <br />Staff Hardcover <br />Garage sketch <br />Applicant's adjacent property <br />Permit Record <br />Picture of property <br />Aerial photo <br />Sketch of adjacent properties based on aerial photos (1994)