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Request by Thomas Mainville, Story Hill Renovations, for a front setback variance at 3359 N. Menomonee River Parkway to construct an entry portico
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Submitted by:
Art Piñon
Department:
Development
A. Issue
The applicant is requesting a variance to the front yard setback requirement for a portico on an existing single-family residence located at 3359 N. Menomonee River Parkway in the Single Unit Residential-9 (R1-9) zone.
The required front yard setback for an attached portico is the same as the principal dwelling unit, which is 35’, and the applicant is proposing a front setback of 31’4”.
It should be noted that the City is considering less restrictive front porch setback stanadards with the upcoming Zoning Ordinance Update. If approved, the proposed portico would be permitted without a variance approval.
Attached to this report are project plans, site plan/survey, letter addressing the four variance findings in accordance with WMC 24.16.060.H, and site aerial.
B. Recommendation
The standard four criteria should be applied to make the determination for the requested variances:
1. Exceptional circumstances do exist pertaining to this lot.
2. That a variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of the property rights possessed by other properties in the district and vicinity.
3. That the variance will not create special detriment to adjacent property and will not materially impair or be contrary to the purpose and spirit of this or to the public interests.
4. That the difficulty or hardship was not created by the property owner.