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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDept Report CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER DEPARTMENT REPORT October 27, 2008 2d. Shepherd Fence The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approval: Docket No. 08090028 V Ch.25.02.02 Fence height in residential front yards The site is located at 10577 Jumper Lane and is zoned S I/Single-Family Residential. Filed by Cap Boso for Dave & Sally Shepherd, owners. ~ .~- ~. r '.~ :'", ~~. ,.~ I ('< L:l 1~ '. 7~ . o ~ General Info: The petitioner is requesting to construct a blick-and wrought- iron fence around the north and west edges of the site. The fence would be approximately 7 feet tall, and would have an access gate on Jumper Lanc. Analysis: The fcncc would be constructed in an area with several existing tall fences. The majority of these existing fences enclose subdivisions and are generally tallcr than fences around individual properties. Surrounding fences are also built out of similar materials. Since the subject site is a comer lot with two front yards and two side yards, and fences within front yards are permitted to be no more than 42 inches in height, a variance is requested. The proposed fence, while taller than pennittcd, would be in keeping with the surrounding area and existing fences. It would also be set back from the intersection of I06lh Street and Jumper Lane, and would not impede traffic or visibility. The overall impact to the surrounding area is likely to be minimal. Findings of Fact: Fence height 1. The approval of this variance will not be injurious to the puhlic health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the community because: the fence would be similar to others in the area, and would not impede traffic or visibility. 2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the variance will not be affected in a suhstantially adverse manner because: the fence would be similar to others in the area, and would not impede traffic or visibility. 3. The strict application of the terms of the Zoning Ordinance to the proper!)' will result in practical difficulties in the use of the property because: the site has two front yards, and is located on a relatively busy thoroughfare. A fence built to the permitted height would not provide adequate security or privacy. Recommendation: The Dept. of Community Services recommends positive consideration of Docket No. 08090028 V after all concerns have been addressed.