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5.2 The proposed improvement reduces the parcels overall impervious coverage, but still is over the Code maximum by 575 square feet. 5.3 Section 1004,01E (Exception) reads: `'If after May 21, 1959, existing houses on 50% or more of the frontage of any block have a predominant front yard different from that herein specified, all buildings hereafter erected shall conform to this predominant front yard depth, provided this regulation shall not be interpreted so as to require a front yard on more than 40 feet in depth. In review of the subject request, the City Planner has determined that the Korf home has a predominant front yard setback of 37 feet. 5.4 Mrs. Korf has accessibility and mobility problems. The proposed porch addition is being designed with railings and at a more comfortable height, making ingress and egress easier giver firs. Korfs disabilities. 5 ;5 The addition proposes a front yard extension of 7 feet 6 inches that requires a variance of the same length. The addition also proposes a side yard extension of 5 feet 4 inches that does not require a variance. The porch has a length of 36 feet along the driveway or the east facing wall. 5.6 The City Planner has reviewed the proposal, concluding that there are no reasonable, practical} or economical options available that reduce or eliminate the variance, without requiring the removal of all or partial removal or the patio /terrace. PF3508 — RCA 081 903 - Page 3 of 5