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FILE 06-3236 <br /> . �. October 16,200 <br /> Page 3 of 3 <br /> Staff fiiids the following conditions exist, WI11C�1 SLl]��OTt�.pproval of the requested variance: <br /> l. Tlie usaUle width of the lot is only 50 percent of miiumum required. <br /> � 2. The house was constructed in 1946, before the zoning cocle was adopted �1d before <br /> � decks were conuiiou resicieiitial appurtenances. <br /> . 3. Approximately 35 feet`behind the house the property drops sharply to a wetlancl area <br /> 60 feet below. The view of this area would be considered an ameiuty to the property. <br /> Tlie expa.nded decic will make it easier for the applicaut to enjoy this view. <br /> � .4. The deck would not be out of cliaracter with the iieighborhood or liave an adverse <br /> impact on the adjaceni property. At its closest point the deck would be at Ieast 30 feet <br /> from the nearest structure on the adjaceiit property. This structure is a detached <br /> garage. � <br /> Issues for Consideration � <br /> Are tliere any other issties or concerns witli this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation <br /> Planning Staff recommencis approval of the deck setback variance, subject to a condition that <br /> the deck inust reniaui open, uncovered, and caruiot be.converted to a screened porch or a <br /> room. � <br />