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3r 0 MINOR VARIANCE COMMITTEE 3.1 The request for the variance included the required application form, a sketch of the property and driveway, a written statement from the applicant, and written approval from the adjacent property owners affected by the variance (LaVerne Donald Esch at 1441 Skillman Avenge west and Lorraine Diehl at 1 425 Skillman Avenue West). 3.2 The Minor variance Committee reviewed this request on Monday, June 1, 1 998. Mr. Mess was present to present his proposal and answer questions. The project was discussed, including the physical hardship created by the substandard lot width, the physical hardship created by the location of the house, and the practical difficulty presented by the single car garage. Alternative locations for a parking area were also discussed, with the Minor variance committee concurring that the d ri vewaylparki n g area as proposed is the beat option from both a functional and aesthetic standpoint, Mr. Ness mentioned that there would be additional concrete work for a patio and walkway, with staff indicating that there is no setback requirement for patios or walkways. Mr. Ness agreed to increase the setback of the concrete slab behind the garage to two feet in order to provide adequate drainage on the property. The driveway slopes to the street and will not create any drainage problems if it is widened to the property line. 3.3 The Minor Variance Committee unanimously recommended approval of a minor variance to reduce the side yard setback of a driveway to zero feet for the purpose of widening a driveway at 1433 Skillman Avenue west, based on the following findings: 1. ecti on 703.04(B)(9) of the City Code requires a residential driveway to be set back a minimum of five feet from the side property lime, 2. The substandard width of the lot and the location of the house on the property creates a physical hardship for the applicant, while single car garage presents a practical difficulty for the applicant. 3. The proposed drivewaylparking area will be an improvement to the property. The proposed location of the drivewa 1parking area is the best option from both a functional and aesthetic standpoint. 4. The proposed variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Title 10 of the city Code (Zoning). 5. The ro osed variance, if granted, will not adversely affect the public health, p P safety, or general welfare. P F 3030-RCA(06/08/98)-Page 2 of 3