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A R C H I T E C T U R E July 22, 2020 Harry Brennan Planner II City of Louisville 749 Main St Louisville CO 80027 RE: 601 Johnson Ave. Request for Setback Variance To allow a 10' interior side yard setback, for a patio cover, where 20' is required. Mr. Brennan, The property owners, Brian and Meredith Deneau, recently purchased the property at 601 Johnson. To the west side of the home, off their kitchen, is an existing patio cover, built within the side yard setback. This roof has been in place for at least 20 years. Unfortunately it is poorly constructed and in need of repair/ replacement. The Deneau's value the sun protection from the western evening sun and desire to reconstruct the roof to improve its construction quality and provide a bit more headroom. This request is to allow the reconstruction of the roof in its current location and the same plan size as is existing (approx. 10 feet x 20 feet). We believe the variance is necessitated because of the lot's unusual shape and approval would afford the Deneau's reasonable use and enjoyment of their property similar to other properties in the neighborhood. Reasons to approve the variance: • The proposed roof cover would replace the existing roof in both location and plan size and is constant with its historic use and would not change the character of the neighborhood. • Is open 3-sides and not enclosed. Does not increase visual massing or perceived bulk of the building (amount enclosed building coverage does not increase) • The increase in height is minimal and well below the existing house and garage roofs. — no increase • The 10 feet side yard setback similar to adjacent properties: RE to the west is 10 feet and RL to the north and south is 7 feet. Variance Technical Criteria The following is a list of criteria followed by our response. (R:) 1132 Jefferson Avenue • Louisville, Colorado 80027 • tel 303.665.6668