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DEPARTMENT REPORT
MARCH 28, 2011
5. (V) Little Farms Subdivision, Lot 27.
The applicant seeks the following development standards variance approval to have a miniature horse
on 0.75 acres: Docket No. 11030002 V Ordinance Chapter 3.07: farm an on less than 3 acres
The site is located at 1215 E. 105` St. It is zoned R -3 /Residence w the Home Place Overlay. Filed
by Jeffrey Yegerlehner, owner.
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s a i r v r up to 150 pounds.
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Findings of Fact:
1. The approval of this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals, and general
welfare of the community because: the miniature horse is similar in size to a dog.
2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the variance will not be affected in
a substantially adverse manner because: the miniature horse is similar in size to a dog.
3. The strict application of the terms of the Zoning Ordinance to the property will result in practical
difficulties in the use of the property because: the miniature horse, which is similar to the size of a dog,
would not be permitted on this parcel.
Recommendation:
After all concerns have been addressed, the Dept. of Community Services recommends positive consideration
of Docket No. 11030002 V.