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Summary The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission acts as the “Board of Appeals and Adjustments”. However, city code also specifies that the commission only recommends approval or denial of the application, with a final decision to be made by the City Council. Therefore, the Planning Commission should examine the application, hold a public hearing and make a recommendation to the City Council for approval or denial. Recommendations Staff’s recommendation is for approval of the application for a variance with the following findings and conditions: Findings of Fact The home originally sat on a larger parcel and had a different driveway configuration, as there was no nearby public street. When the new LaValle Drive was constructed, it created a disconnected portion of the driveway leading to the rear tuck-under garage. The disconnected remnant driveway creates a practical difficulty, which is not a product of the owners’ actions or proposed improvements. It is reasonable for the homeowner to utilize the rear tuck-under garage for the storage of vehicles or other trailered equipment. The home is uniquely positioned on the lot due to the alignment of the new, LaValle Drive. The variance would only result in a small section of pavement and would not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. The variance would allow access to the tuck-under garage without driving on the grass. Conditions The driveway extension shall be no wider than the existing remnant driveway. The driveway extension shall be paved. Prior to installation, a driveway permit shall be obtained. If the home is remodeled in such a way as to eliminate the rear tuck-under garage, the driveway shall be removed, and the variance shall expire.