Board of Adjustment Minutes 2007 12 19

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Board of Adjustment Meeting Minutes December 19, 2007 Page 3 of 4 Chancellor, Kelly and Stuart discussed with staff the following: . What other historic homes are in the neighborhood. . Criteria #2 regarding unusual circumstances or conditions do not exist throughout the neighborhood or district. . Criteria #4 regarding an unnecessary hardship has not been created by the applicant. Applicant Presentation: McClesky thanked staff for the completeness of the report. He also stated that he and his architect feel that the 4: 12 roof pitch is less imposing to the character of the home. Questions of Applicant bv Board and Staff: Malmquist stated that the addition would not been seen from the street. Chancellor asked if other homes in the neighborhood had the 4: 12 or 6: 12 roof pitch. McCartney stated that the majority of homes built in the early 1900's had the 4: 12 roof pitch. Cordell inquired about an addition that appeared to not be in very good condition and what did the applicant intend to do to that addition. McClesky stated the foundation of that addition was not good, therefore the addition would be removed, a new foundation set or the new addition. Malmquist inquired about the garage. McClesky stated the garage was to remain as is on the site. Public Present in Favor of Application: None heard. Public Present in Opposition of Application: None heard. Staff and Applicant Closinq Comments: No additional comments by either the staff or applicant. Public Hearinq Closed / Board Discussion: Stuart closed the public hearing and requested Board discussion. Chancellor, Loeblich, and Kelly focused their discussion on Criteria #1 and #3 to determine if the criteria had been met as reported by staff. . Criteria #1: That there are unique physical circumstances or conditions such as irregularity, narrowness or shallowness of lot, or exceptional topographical or other physical conditions peculiar to the affected property. 1. The applicant desires to retain the architectural attribute of the historical structure, one window on the east side of the home.