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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDept Report 4d. Harrowgate, ec 3, lot 220 - Hohlier The applicant seeks the :D llowing development standards variance: Docket No. 05070008 V ZO Chapter 25.02.01 fence height arrow gate Dr. and is zoned R-l/Residence. Filed by Beth Hohlier. General Info: The petitioner is seeking variance approval to have a 5- ft (60-inch) tall fence in the front yard. The ordinance defines a comer lot as having 2 front yards. The maximum height for a fence in the front yard is 3.5 feet (42 inches). Analysis: The petitioner is seeking a variance of 18 inches, in order to have a 5-ft fence in the front yard. This property is a comer lot. The petitioner should address visibility EL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS RING OFFICER: DEPARTMENT REPORT August 22, 2005 concerns. Findings of Fact: Se back 1.) The approval of this variance will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals, and general welf re of the community because: the fence height will be 18 inches taller than what is required. 2.) The use and valu of the area adjacent to the property included in the variance will not be affected in a subs antially adverse manner because: the fence height w.ll be 18 inches taller than what is required. 3.) The strict applic tion of the terms of the Zoning Ordinance to the property will result in practical difficult. es in the use of the property because: the owner may h ve to tear down the existing 5-ft tall fence and erect a 3.5-ft tall fence, possibly causing a hardship. Recommendation: The departme t recommends positive consideration of Docket No. 05070008 V.