Agenda Packet Cc - regular meeting 3/14/1988

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Zoning File #1244 February 11, 1988 Page 2 of 3 In response to Mr. Palm's comments, it is unfortunate that Mr. Lindner, the builder, made such claim to the applicant as we did not find Mr. Lindner as naive as this would suggest, but once again neither did staff ever receive such questions of the Palms during the review. As for the safety issue, the Palms were approved for a 15'x15' backup apron which would allow them to safely enter onto Shadywood Road. This type of paving pattern appears quite consistent wi-,�h the surrounding properties on Shadywood Road. Staff cannot remember a variance for hardcover being approved that was based solely on the need to provide parking for many quests. Such temporary parking could be provided by grassed areas on the property. Staff would suggest that in reviewing the site plan (Exhibit F), there is not enough paved backing -out area from the garage and would suggest maybe expanding on that to allow greater maneuverability. A minimum of 20' should be provided for at least a 20-22' length extending from the garage. The attached garage, a non -conforming structure, is located 4.7' off the street right-of-way and approximately 2' from the side lot line to the north. Applicant's claim that the garage is absolutely essential for storage would indicate to those of us involved in the original application that there was really no serious thought to the previous agreement, an agreement that was set out in a formal resolution that was signed by the applicants. The larger, improved house and the garage would create a cluttered and densely developed look in comparing current pattern of development. The storm door shelter referred to by applicant can be seen as Item A on Exhibit F. If this access door to the house is essential and cannot be feasibly removed, then Planning Commission may consider allowing the structure to stay and may also ask for additional driveway to be removed. Staff Recommendation - To deny applicant's request to retain the detached garage within the street yard and existing paving adjacent to Shadywood Road referred to as driveway apron and to allow the storm door shelter to remain based on the following findings: 1. Applicent participated throughout the entire review and received notice of all final action culminating in the signing of a formal resolution whereby applicant agreed to make the necessary removals. 2. The total variance of 43% hardcover within the 75-250' setback area is excessive for this size property and would not be consistent with previous Council action with similar applications. 3. The applicant has not presented adequate hardship to satisfy the current hardcover application.