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Page 5 of 6 The Applicant states that the proposed variance is not requested for economic reasons. 4. Access to Sunlight. Inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems shall be considered a practical difficulty. A solar energy system is not proposed. Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed application would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration: General Findings: 1. City Staff received a land use application for a variance request to the required R-1 Zoning District total side yard setback at the Subject Property 1475 Dawn Circle. 2. A single-family dwelling is a permitted use within the R-1 Zoning District. 3. The garage addition will not impede sight lines or obstruct the clear vision area from the roadways. 4. The proposed garage addition would decrease the required total side yard setback to 20.33 feet. Variance Findings: 1. Variances are only permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance. 2. The proposed garage addition would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood because the configuration on the Subject Property would be consistent and compatible with the neighborhood. 3. The variance request is not based on economic considerations alone. Options and Motion Language Staff has provided the following options and motion language for this case. The Planning Commission should consider providing additional findings of fact as part of the motion to support their recommendation for approval or denial. • Recommend Approval with Conditions: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 23-008 for a Variance at 1475 Dawn Circle, based on the findings of fact and the submitted plans, as amended by the conditions in the May 3, 2023, Report to the Planning Commission: 1. A Building Permit shall be issued prior to commencement of construction. 2. The proposed building shall conform to all other standards and regulations in the City Code. • Recommend Approval as Submitted: Motion to recommend approval of Planning Case 23- 008 for a Variance at 1475 Dawn Circle, based on the findings of fact and the submitted materials in the May 3, 2023, Report to the Planning Commission.