HomeMy WebLinkAboutZ-7302 Staff AnalysisOctober 28, 2002
ITEM NO,-.
File No.: Z-7302
Owner: James F. Holmes
Address: 120 Noyant Drive
Description: Lot 9, Block 43, Chenal Valley Addition
Zoned: R-2
Variance Requested: Variances are requested from the area
provisions of Section 36-156 to allow an
accessory structure with a reduced front
setback and separation from the principal
structure.
Justification: The applicant's justification is presented in
an attached letter.
Present Use of Property: Single Family Residence under
construction
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential
STAFF REPORT
A. Public Works Issues:
No Comments.
B. Staff Analysis:
Construction of the foundation for a new single family residence has
begun on the R-2 zoned property at 120 Noyant Drive. In addition to the
new single family structure, the applicant proposes to construct a 673
square foot accessory building to the east of the principal structure. The
accessory building will be connected to the principal structure by way of a
porte cochere. All of the structure will be located behind a 25 foot platted
building line which runs along the front of the property. The accessory
building will be located approximately 26 feet from the front (street side)
property line. Section 36-156(a)(2)c. of the City's Zoning Ordinance
requires a minimum front setback of 60 feet for accessory structures.
Additionally, Section 36-156(a)(2)b. requires a minimum separation of six
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(6) feet between accessory and principal structures. Therefore, the
applicant is requesting variances from these standards.
Staff is supportive of the requested variances. Based on the fact that the
accessory structure is connected to the principal structure by way of a
porte cochere, they will have the appearance of a single structure.
Additionally, staff feels that the placement of the accessory structure in
relation to the principal structure works well given the irregular shape of
this lot. If the porte cochere was enclosed, heated and cooled space, the
entire structure would comply with the ordinance required setbacks for a
principal structure. Staff feels that the proposed accessory structure will
have no adverse impact on the general area. The proposed construction
is compatible with other, similar homes in the neighborhood.
C. Staff Recommendation:
Staff recommends approval of the requested variances, as filed -
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT: (OCTOBER 28, 2002)
The applicant was present. There were no objectors present. Staff presented
the item and a recommendation of approval.
The applicant offered no additional comments.
The item was placed on the Consent Agenda and approved as recommended by
staff by a vote of 4 ayes, 0 nays and 1 absent.
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