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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFindings of Fact RED: WED Findings of Fact Use Variance -APR DOCs 1. The grant of this variance will not be contrary to the public interest, due to the existence of special condition(s) such that enforcement of the zoning ordinance will result in unnecessary hardship because the property shall be used for the benefit and service of the public. The vision of our veterinary clinic is to provide the highest quality of medical care for our client's pets, while maintaining an "at home feel." We believe that pets are part of the family and therefore wish to locate in a family oriented community. This property is an ideal location for a small animal clinic because of the need of the community, it's distance from competition, and location within a residential community. 2. The grant of this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals and general welfare of the community because this property will be used for the protection and well -being of the community. The property will be used to provide a service to keep animals within the area healthy, and therefore decrease the potential for animal human disease transmission. It's use will also provide a service of safety and health education related to the environment. 3. The use or value of the area adjacent to the subject property will not be substantially affected in any adverse manner because the exterior of the property shall maintain its appearance, and the property shall be kept neat including upkeep of the building exterior as well as the landscaping. 4. The need for the variance arises from a natural condition peculiar to the subject property because it is classified as a low to medium density area, and yet a large portion of the front of the property lies within the right -of -way of 146 street. This is a four lane freeway as stated in Chapter 6, page 4 of the Comprehensive Plan. A neighborhood serving commercial site should reside at the intersection of at least a principal arterial or parkway. This property is at the intersection of 146 St and Carey Rd. 5. The granting of this variance does not substantially interfere with the Carmel /Clay Comprehensive Plan because it is in accordance with the comprehensive plan for the following reasons: I. The property is in close proximity to the edge between residential community and regional employment (as seen on Map #1). It is stated in the Comprehensive Plan 1.1.2, "Transitions in scale and density should occur between residential communities and community /regional employment areas to facilitate maintenance of neighborhood stability. In areas where zoning changes are requested such transition shall be encouraged and considered as part of the approval process." A small town veterinary clinic operated out of a residence is a perfect transition from residential to commercial. II. The property will be maintained as a residence. It is stated in the Comprehensive Plan 1.1.1. "Commercial development within residential communities generally should occur only when the intensity and scale is compatible with the surrounding residential uses." As stated previously, the exterior of The house will be maintained, and there will be minimal traffic caused by this business as clients will be seen by appointment only. III. Under the neighborhood serving community policies, it is stated, "Neighborhood serving office and retail should be located in residential community areas. These uses should be of an intensity and scale compatible with the surrounding Residential uses."