10-15-2007 Planning Commission Packet

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i l Y � 1 • aFILE#07-3305 � 12 September 2007 i Page 3 of 3 Hardcover& Lake Setback Variances �� The applicant has slightly revised the proposed hardcover numbers from last month. The resulting hardcover is still proposed to be slightly higher than existing within the 0-75' zone. ; Average Lakeshore Setback Variance � The entire home on the property is locate'd ahead of the average lakeshore setback line. Technically staff identifies this as a setbacic variance although it may be administratively granted due to the nature of the property. � � Hardship Analysis ; In considering applications for variance, t/ie Planning Commission sl:a[I consider tl:e effect of tlie proposed variance upon t/:e/tealil:,safety and we fare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic condifions, ligl:t and air, danger of frre, risk to the public safety, and t/:e effect on values of property in tl:e surrounding area. Tlie Planning Commission sl:all consider recommending approval for variances from t/ie literal provisions of t/:e Zoning Code in'instances w/iere t/:eir strict enforcement would cause undue Jiardsl:ip because of circumstances unique�to tlre individua!property under consideration, and s/ial/recomme�:d approval only w/:en it is demonstrated tliat suc/t actions wi[I be i�: keeping witlr the spirit and intent of t1:e Orono Zoning Code. I i The applicant has responded to the Plann'ing Commission's direction from the August meeting with the most recent version of the,proposed plans. The general opinion of staff with Option #1, the applicant's revised proposal may be more reasonable than was initially proposed. The massing on the point end of the house has been somewhat minimized, the building's height continues��to meet code requirements and the rooflines are not extreme. Should the Planning Co immission find that the applicant has met their direction from the August meeting; that the hardcover levels as revised are acceptable; and that the additions will have minimal visual impact on adjacent properties, Planning Commission has the option to recommerid approval of the application to the City Council. ! � Issues for Consideration 1. Are there any other issues or concerris with this application? Staff Recommendation Staff feels that the property is currently being put to a reasonable use and to further the nonconformities with the proposed structural additions is excessive. Staff continues to recommend denial. However, should Plaxining Commission find that the applicant's revised plans meet the direction provided at the last meeting then an approval recommendation could be forwarded to the City Council. , � , . ; , . ; { , 3 �I