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July 13, 2021 Centerville Planning & Zoning Commission Page 5 of 6 Variance criteria in Sect. 156.310(A): 1) The variance is in harmony with the purposes and intent of the zoning chapter of this code; 2) The variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan; and 3) The proposal puts the property to use in a reasonable manner; and 4) There are unique circumstances to the property not created by the landowner; and 5) The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality; OPTIONS The Planning & Zoning Commission could: 1) Recommend approval of the variance as submitted, with conditions and findings of fact. Motion: I move that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend approval of the variance \[as submitted or modified\], \[with conditions\], \[with findings of fact for approval\]. 2) Recommend denial of the variance, with findings of fact. Motion: I move that the Planning & Zoning Commission recommend denial of the variance, \[with findings of fact for denial\]. 3) Continue the item for more information or further discussion. Motion: I move that the Planning & Zoning Commission continue the item to \[date\] in order to gather more information. RECOMMENDATION I recommend approval of the variance to the front yard setback at 1313 Mound Trail as submitted, with the condition that the existing trees along Mound Trail and to the west toward the neighboring property be maintained or replaced with similar landscaping to be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. Findings of Fact for Approval 1) The proposed use of the property for a garage on a single family lot is reasonable. 2) Placing the garage on the lake side of the lot would not be reasonable or in keeping with the character or wishes of the residents of the lakeshore environment. 79