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Setback Permit Application for 476 Judith Ave. (Rachel Jenner) The setback permit is needed to put an addition on our home that will enhance our curb appeal, add living space and a welcoming entryway. The addition will also increase the value of the home. Without the setback permit to add on to that end of the house, our options are limited. We are restricted by the tuck under garage on the other end of the house, the current floor plan, and tree placement on the lot. We have worked with an architect to achieve the most sensible solution for adding on to our home. The impact on the neighborhood will be positive. We are renovating our rambler to update the style and increase the amount of living space. It will provide a good example of one way to update the 1960's ramblers that are prevalent in our neighborhood. Responses to Item 9: b. We are adding functional living space to our home with the 18' x 30' addition and increasing our curb appeal with a new entry. e. Our lot is 87 x 118 or 10, 266 sq ft. Our current green space is approximately 8,352. The addition will be 540 sq. ft. reducing our green space to 7,812 sq. ft. Therefore, with the addition we will have only 23.9% coverage, which is well below the 30% requirement. f. Our architect and contractor have reviewed the plans to ensure we meet all city code requirements. g. The addition will improve our rambler by adding a new entryway and increasing the functional space in the home. h. We plan to match the existing siding and paint colors for the addition. The new frontage will be similar to many other homes on our street. The total property mass will be similar to others on the street, slightly smaller than the two adjacent properties and much smaller than the adjacent town home to the rear. j. We are not expanding a garage space or driveway which would place vehicles anywhere else on our property. k. We are maintaining current grade and experience no drainage issues. 1. The new roof is properly proportioned and integrated with our current roof per the architect's plans.