BOA Variance Case 1992__2291 Evans Cir

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3,510 s.f., resulting in a coverage of 25.7%. The property is subject a maximum lot coverage of 20% (2,726 s.f.) under the RE zoning standards. The applicant has indicated that the variance is needed to successfully tie the improvements together which, according to the applicant, is the preference of the ACC. The proposed building plans meet all setbacks and standards of the RE zone district. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the lot coverage variance for the following reasons: 1. The Board has jurisdiction to grant a lot coverage variance. 2. There are unique physical circumstances peculiar to the affected property. Existing site improvements include an open foundation and partially finished, double car, detached garage. The foundation and garage were abandoned in August of 1990 and constitute a public nuisance. 3. The physical circumstance is unique to this property and does not exist throughout the neighborhood. 4. Due to the physical circumstance the property cannot be reasonably developed in conformity with the provisions of the title. The code defined front yard setback is on Evans Circle. The existing garage can only meet the required front setback of 30 feet if it is attached. The front yard setback requirement for a detached garage is 40 feet. 5. That such unnecessary hardship has not been created by the applicant. 6. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood or district in which the property is located. The City of Louisville has taken action on the existing site improvements as a public nuisance. The ACC objects to the negative exposure created by the detached, freestanding nature of the existing garage which is further aggravated by the corner lot location. 7. The variance, if granted, is a minimum variance that will afford relief and is the least modification possible of the provisions of the title. 2