01-22-2008 Planning Commission Packet

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. PC Exhibit B Revised Supplement to the hardship documentation form for applicable points. 1. The property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under � conditions allowed by the official controls Due to the narrow lot width, compliance with the required side setbacks would result in a garage depth of only 19 feet which is not deep enough to store a vehicle. While a setback variance is being requested,the proposed plan greatly reduces the encroachment that currently exists. The current detached gazage is located on the lot line,with the overhang encroaching over the lot line. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner.` � ' � This neighborhood was subdivided many years ago,prior to tlie current ordinances. 3. The variance, if granted,will not alter the essential character of the locality. The remodeled home and attached garage will be consistent in size and appearance to � others that have been recently remodeled along Shadywood Road. ,�,�.::,��:._ _ 4. NA . 5. NA 6. NA . . . . 7. NA 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar� � to such property or immediately �djoining property. � T'he lots along this portion of Shadywood Road are generally 50 feet in width,which is smaller than required by ordinance. This lot is even smaller and narrower due to the presence of the road easements on two sides of the property. The adjacent road right of � - � way is extra wide (66 feet rather than 60). The ciry has confi.rmed that it is unlikely the road will be widened from its current 20-22 foot width which results in a large buffer zone between the road and the property. 9. The conditions do not generally apply to other land of structures in the district The presence of the road easements is unique to this property and those directly across the road. 10. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. Allowing the garage to be attached will greatly increase the usability and enjoyment of the property while it also improves the safety along the road by removing the detached garage. The small deck that is requested will be on the road side of the home, and not seen by the neighbors which will enhance the properry rights of the neighboring as well . : _.as the owner. This proposal will also move hazdcover further from the lake, although still in the 0-75 foot zone. 11. The granting of the proposed variance will not in any way impair health,safety, comfort,morals or in any other respect be contrary to the intent of the Zoning Code. The granting of these variances will improve safety.