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Zoning File #1584 October 11, 1990 Page 3 of 3 Regarding the average setback encroachment, while it is questionable whether views of the lake enjoyed by the neighbor to the south are impaired, there is certainly additional encroachment with this new deck. Regarding the side setback for the deck, note that a grade level deck with no railing would be allowed as near as 2' to the side lot line. However, this is definitely a second story deck, and the 8.5' side setback accommodates a stairway to grade level. Regarding hardcover, it is likely that much of the rock with plastic could be removed and reverted to grass area. The driveway blacktop is extensive, however, the applicant may rightly argue that a significant portion of it is necessary for parking. We have no way of confirming the extent of the driveway prior to its recent resurfacing. From a drainage collection and redirection standpoint, the drain in the driveway with underground tile exiting approximately 80* from the lake, does function to alleviate some of the drainage to the southerly neighbor. However, if this 4" tile plugs up, the effect of the all the hardcover may tend to inundate the neighboring property. Staff Recomiendation - Planning Commission is requested to address the following issues in any recommendation to the Council; 1. Is there justification for an after-the-fact side setback variance to allow this upper story deck less than 10' from the side lot line? 2. Are neighboring views of the lake significantly affected by the deck's encroachment past the average setback line? Is there justification for granting a variance? 3. Given the unusually high percentage of hardcover in the 75-250' zone, should the deck be approved after-the-fact, and if so, are there certain areas of hardcover that should be eliminated to decrease the percentage?