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HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-4122 Staff AnalysisNovember 21, 1983 Item No. 3 - Z-4122 Owner: Address: Description: Zoned: Variance Requested: JUSTIFICATION Carl F. Keller, Jr. 1700 North Palm Street Lot 30, Cliffwood Addition "R-2" Single Family District From the rear yard setback provisions of Section 43/7-101.2.D of the Code of Ordinances to permit construction of a carport attaching an accessory building to the principle structure and maintaining a 3.7-foot rear yard. The addition is to include a second story for a bedroom. 1. The owner's architect states the present neighborhood. appearance, retention of several large trees and concealing the structure from view as justification. Present Use of the ) Property: Proposed Use of the Property: Residence Remain the same STAFF REPORT A. Engineering Issues There are no reported problem areas relative to structural or utility involvement. All off -site improvements are in place. B. Staff Analysis Staff view of this variance request is that a true hardship has not been identified. However, consideration of disruption or destruction of neighborhood aesthetics by removal of trees is certainly some justification as is retention of the streetscape. All adjacent setbacks and building relationships will remain the same inasmuch as this proposal will place a two story addition between two existing two story structures. C. Staff Recommendation Approval of the variance as requested. November 21, 1983 Item No. 3 - Continued ,BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT ACTION: Mr. Keller was present. There were no objectors in attendance. After a brief discussion, the Board voted on a motion to approve the application as filed. The motion passed by a vote of 6 ayes, 0 noes and 2 absent.