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July 2, 2025 Centerville City Council Page 6 of 8 RE: 7064 Centerville Road, Variances for New Detached Garage 156.052(C)(1) further states that accessory buildings (or decks/porches) can also be constructed, if they meet the requirements of the R-2 zoning district. The proposed garage is set back five (5) feet from the south side lot line; the R-2 zone requires a ten-foot setback from the side lot line for principal structures (such as the house). If the garage were attached, the applicant would either need to reduce the width of the garage or request a variance from the side setback. VARIANCE STANDARDS The processes and procedures for variances are covered under 156.310. The standards or criteria the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council consider when reviewing variances are found in 156.310(A)(1). These are listed below in italics, with staffÔs findings following. (1) The variance is in harmony with the purposes and intent of the zoning chapter of this code; a. This is not met. The current requirements are to have detached structures in the rear yard, and a minimum distance from the primary residence. There are other areas of the property that could be utilized for the proposed detached accessory structure that would comply with city code. In addition, the applicant could remove the existing shed on the site, further bringing the property into code compliance and removing the need to vary from the limit on aggregate accessory structure space. (2) The variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan; a. This is met. The 2040 Comprehensive Plan does not explicitly discuss accessory structures. (3) The proposal puts the property to use in a reasonable manner; a. This is met. A detached accessory structure is permitted with residential uses. (4) There are unique circumstances to the property not created by the landowner; a. This is not met. While the houseÔs location deep in the lot and the gas meter existed prior to the current owner, the applicant is proposing the proposed location of the detached garage. There are other areas of the property that could be utilized for the proposed detached accessory structure that would comply with city code. (5) The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality; a. This is met. There are other properties within the city that have detached accessory structures within the front yard. The proposed location would not Óstand outÔ when compared to the locations of the houses on the properties to the north and south. (6) Any person filing a petition requesting a variance or an amendment of the zoning chapter rezoning property or changing regulations within any use district shall pay a fee according to the schedule established by resolution or ordinance of the City Council. The fee is payable at the time of filing a petition and is not refundable. a. This has been met. 63