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. <br /> FILE 07-3319 .� <br /> October 15,2007 <br /> Page 2 of 2 <br /> Structural Covera�e: � <br /> Allowed Existing Proposed <br /> � 6,665 s.f. 15.00% 2,698 s.f. 6.01% 2,750 s.f. 6.19% <br /> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <br /> Setback Variance <br /> The house has a setback from Fox Ridge Road of 52 feet plus or minus six inches at its <br /> closest point. The required setback is 50 feet. The porch would extend two feet into the <br /> setback. (The survey will be updated before the resolution is prepared to provide a precise ' <br /> measurement of the porch setback.) � <br /> Hardship Statement <br /> Applicant has completed the Hardship Documentation Form attached as Exhibit B, and <br /> should be asked for additional testimony regarding the application. <br /> Hardship Analysis � <br /> In coi:sidering applications for variance,t/ie Planning Commission sltall consider tl:e effect of t/ie proposed <br /> variance upon t1:e/tealt/t, safety and welfare of t/ie community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, <br /> � ligl:t and air, danger of fire, risk to tlee public safery, and tl:e effect on values of property in t/:e surrounding <br /> � area. The Planning Commission s1:a11 consider recommending approval for variances from tlie literal <br /> provisions of tlie Zoning Code in instances wl:ere tl:eir strict enforcement would cause undue /iardsltip <br /> because of circumstances unique to tl:e individual property under consideration, and shall recommend <br /> approval only wl:en it is demonstrated t/eat sucl: actio�:s will be in keeping witl: t/re spirit and intent of tlie <br /> � - Orono Zoning Code. ' ' <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> Nearly all the houses on Fox Ridge Road are of a similar "colonial" design. The proposed <br /> . porch will complement those houses. . <br /> Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation . <br /> Planning Staff recommends approval. <br /> � <br />