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Variance request, 610 Johnson Street 0712212020 Page 2 <br />1. That there are unique physical circumstances or conditions such as irregularity, <br />narrowness or shallowness of lot, or exceptional topographical or other physical <br />conditions peculiar to the affected property, <br />R: The unique configuration of the lot, long and narrow, poses an unusual <br />condition within the surrounding neighborhood. The 20' interior side yard <br />setback is also not typical throughout the surrounding neighborhoods. <br />2. That the unusual circumstances or conditions do not exist throughout the <br />neighborhood or district in which the property is located; <br />R: The unusual lot shape creates a condition which is different from typical <br />lots in the neighborhood. The two zone districts adjacent to this property, <br />RE (west) and RL (north & south), have much smaller interior side yard <br />setbacks, 10' and 7' respectively. <br />3. That because of such physical circumstances or conditions, the property cannot <br />reasonably be developed in conformity with the provisions of this title; <br />R: The proposed cover is a reasonable type of development which will <br />afford the property owners full use and enjoyment of their property. Given <br />the proximity of the existing house to the setback it would not be possible <br />to reconstruct a permanent roof structure without a variance. <br />4. That such unnecessary hardship has not been created by the applicant, <br />R: These circumstances are the result of existing building and property. <br />Condition has been in existence for at least 20 years. <br />5. That the variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the <br />neighborhood or district in which the property is located, nor substantially or <br />permanently impair the appropriate use or development of adjacent property; <br />R: The open unenclosed patio cover will be the same area and location as it <br />stands today. It will not add to building bulk and will not increase the overall <br />building height. The variance would allow the property to be more aligned <br />with interior side yard setback standards in adjacent neighborhoods. <br />6. That the variance, if granted, is the minimum variance that will afford relief and <br />is the least modification possible of the provisions on this title which are in <br />question <br />R: The proposed variance is minimal. The proposed roof cover is to be <br />reconstructed in the same location and to be the same size as currently <br />exists. Approval of the variance would allow the property owners a fuller <br />use and enjoyment of their patio. <br />Thank you for your consideration of this proposed 10' interior side yard variance. Please <br />let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information. <br />Sincerely, <br />Peter Stewart, Project Representative <br />