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Zoning File #1892 December 10, 1993 Page 2 Planning Commission Discussion Planning Commission members questioned the design of the house noting that it was "inconsistent" with surrounding neighborhood. Applicant advised that the design and shape of the house resulted from the unique shaped building envelope and need to conserve horizontal hardcover improvements. The property is surrounded by lakeshore on three sides. The issue of the impact on the neighbor to the immediate north was noted but staff advised that because of the platted roadway dividing properties that owner to north had no ordinance based claim on lakeshore view. Applicant noted that if 55,500 s.f. lot was of a normal, standard shape lakeshore lot, hardcover allowance would be much higher. The house has been designed so that there is no need to extend beyond building footprint for additional outdoor recreational space as a lower level patio has been placed beneath the main level grade room and a roofed deck above the upper level. The applicant has proposed a drainfield to maintain runoff from roofs of structure to offset 7.5% excess of hardcover. In fact, applicant notes that 7.3% of driveway and walkway improvements' runoff would drain out onto existing surface but that the remainder of hardcover would be treated through the drainfield. Applicant will be responsible for providing detailed spec and design information for drainfield. A separate permit will be required to be reviewed and inspected by the City Engineer. Review Exhibit M, the drainfield is located entirely within the 75-250' setback area. Planning Commission Recommendation Planning Commission members voted unanimous approval of the proposed variances based on the hardships set forth by applicant subject to the condition that applicant apply for the legal combination of the five separate parcels upon application for a building permit. lsv