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Zoning File #1639 May 15, 1991 Page 2 2. .' i 5 :TL t- f I I f: I =■'-,N 1^ I 3. The odd angle of the greenhouse and deck is to orient it directly north/south for proper light conditions. Existing retaining walls and the location of two existing trees, have resulted in the proposed location of the greenhouse. Given somewhat unclear direction in the Code, staff had two optional ways to look at this proposal: A. If the above-grade deck and greenhouse complex was considered as being "attached" to the house, which is the visual impression one might get from looking at the continuous deck/wa 11/rai 1 ing system, then the 30* setback would apply to the entire structure. However, because the greenhouse and the residence have separate foundations, it was determined that they cannot be considered as one structure. B. Staff has therefore interpreted that the greenhouse is a separate accessory structure which must meet all accessory structure codes, and the continuous decking which is significantly above grade and does not meet the definition of a non-encroachment, must meet the principal structure setbacks. Discussion The applicant maintains extensive gardens on the property and the greenhouse is a natural extension of that activity. Please review the applicant's statsment of hardship and description of unusual property conditions. Staff would add only that the existing driveway on the south side of the house and the septic system immediately north of the house, are additional factors which suggest the proposed location may be appropriate. The only affected property owners are the Bloomers to the immediate west. The proposed greenhouse will be approximately 160* from the Bloomer residence. Extensive natural vegetation exists which may provide adequate screening so that the greenhouse and deck probably will not have a significant impact on the visual density in the neighborhood. Regarding the location of the greenhouse nearer the road than the house, please refer to Exhibit G. On this 2 acre wooded lot# with the house being 250' from the road, this structure will likely not be perceived as being out of place. Because there is approximately a 17' separation between the garage and the proposed greenhouse, staff's first inclination was to suggest to the applicants that they move the greenhouse to a point 10* from the garage, eliminating the need for any side