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r <br /> � Zoning File 083366 ' <br /> June 16,2008 , <br /> � Page 2 of 3 <br /> LOT ANALYSIS WORSHEET . <br /> Lot Area/Width• <br /> � Re uired Actual <br /> . Lot Area 2 acres(excludin wetland) 1.48 (includes wetland) <br /> Lot Width 200 feet 360 feet <br /> Structural Covera�e: <br /> Allowed Existing Proposed � <br /> � 9,670 s.f. 15.00% 2,767 s.f. 4.29% 2,767 s.f. 4.29% <br /> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- <br /> Setback Variance <br /> For reasons that are�not immediately apparent,this house was placed in the extreme corner of • <br /> the lot. The existing deck and much of the house are within the 30 foot side setback from <br /> the southerly property line. At its closest point the house is 4.0 feet from the southerly <br /> property line. The existing deck is 5.0 feet from the side property line at its closest point. � <br /> The existing steps are about 7 feet from the properly line. � � <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 considering app[ications for variance, t/:e Planning Commission slsall consider tl:e effect of tlie proposed <br /> variance upon t/:e/:ealt/i, safety and welfare of t/:e community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, ' <br /> ligl:t and air, danger of fire,risk to tlie public safety, and the effect on values of property in the surrounding <br /> ' area. The Planning Commission sl:al[ consider recommending approval for variances from t/ie literal <br /> provisions of t1:e Zoning Code in instances wl:ere their strict enforcement would cause undue�/iardsl:ip <br /> because of circumstances unique to the individual property under consideration, and shall recommend <br /> approval only when it is demonstrated t/iat suc/i actions will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of tlie <br /> . � - Orono Zoning Cod� � <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> For substandaxd sized properties in the LR-lA and RR-1B zoning districts, which require 30 . <br /> foot side setbacks, the 10 foot side setback of the LR-1B, LR-1C, R-lA or R-1B zoning <br /> districts is often used as a guideline for variances for new houses. � <br /> The Commission should consider the impact of the proposed addition, particulazly on the <br /> adjacent property. Staff would note there are Zarge arborvitaes along the property line <br /> � adjacent that screen the existing deck and patio fi•om the adjacent property. The trees could <br /> be protected with a tree preservation easement. . <br /> ' The room would enlarge the existing dining room. The Commission should consider if the <br /> small size of the existing dining room is an undue hardship and if it is, is there any other <br />