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FILE#16-3814 <br /> March 15,2016 <br /> Page 5 of 5 <br /> variance are to remove the deck, or have it step down approximately 1.5 feet (3 steps) <br /> immediately at the porch door. Staff does not recommend granting a variance for lot <br /> coverage for a new home where there are opportunities for an alternate design. <br /> Additional Notes <br /> Driveways are required to be located at least 100 feet from an intersection per Code <br /> Section 18-136(e). The proposed driveway is located approximately 40 feet south of the <br /> Dickenson/Keene intersection. Given that there are only 3 other homes on Keene Avenue <br /> and no possible way for that to become a through road or add more homes, this is likely <br /> not a significant concern, subject to review by the Public Works Director. <br /> Practical Difficulties Statement <br /> Applicant has completed the Practical Difficulties Documentation Form attached as <br /> Exhibit E, and should be asked for additional testimony regarding the application. <br /> Neighbor Acknowledgements <br /> Applicant has provided acknowledgements from the adjacent property owner to the south <br /> and the property owner to the east across Keene Avenue, indicating they have seen the <br /> proposed plans. <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owner proposes to use <br /> the property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official <br /> control? <br /> 2. Does the Planning Commission find that the lot area and width variances, as <br /> well as the setback variances, if granted will not alter the essential character of <br /> the neighborhood? <br /> 3. Does Planning Commission find justification for granting a structural lot <br /> coverage variance for this new construction? <br /> 4. If the Planning Commission concludes that the variances as requested or in <br /> some other manner or configuration are justified, does the Commission find it <br /> necessary to impose conditions in order to mitigate the impacts created by the <br /> granting of the variances? <br /> 5. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation <br /> If Planning Commission determines that the practical difficulties test is met and the <br /> variances are justified, then a recommendation for approval may be in order. If Planning <br /> Commission finds that the practical difficulties test is not met far one or more of the <br /> requested variances, a recommendation for denial, partial denial, or tabling for revisions, <br /> may be appropriate. Options for action include: <br /> 1) Recommend approval (with or without specific conditions). <br /> 2) Recommend partial approval (specify) <br /> 3) Recommend denial, stating reasons. <br /> 4) Table for further information or revisions — specify what information or changes <br /> are desired. <br /> 5) Other. <br />