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2.3 This property was platted prior to 1959; therefore, a side yard setback of five feet is required. In order to comply with building codes and setback requirements, the new garage will be constructed at least six feet from the house and at least five feet from the south property line. 2.4 Section 1004.01A, City Code, states, "no accessory building shall be erected or located within any yard other than the rear yard except for a through lot when it shall be located in the side yard." 3J2 MINOR VARIANCE COMMITTEE 3.1 The request for the variance included the required application form, sketch of the property and proposed garage, written statement from the applicant, and written approval from the adjacent property owners affected by the variance (Roger Loveland and Debra Amlee-Loveland at 2950 Woodbridge Street N). 3.2 The Minor Variance Committee reviewed this request on July 22, 1997, and unanimously recommended approval of a minor variance to allow the placement of a two car detached garage in the side yard and in line with the existing house at 2958 Woodbridge Street, based on the following findings: 1. The existing one car garage is located approximately two feet from the north property line and the existing driveway is approximately three feet over the north property line. A 20" retaining wall in this location and the narrow width of the driveway results in the accumulation of snow in this area and makes it difficult to access the garage. 2. The new garage will be constructed in line with the front of the house on the property; however, the garage cannot be attached because of the location of required egress windows on the south side of the house. 3. There is no other practical location for a garage, either detached or attached, on the property. In order to place the garage in the rear yard on the south side of the parcel, an existing patio area would need to be reconstructed. 4. The width of the driveway will not exceed 26 feet at the property line. 5. 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). 6. The variance, if granted, will not adversely affect the public health, safety, or general welfare. PF#2939 - RCA - Page 2 of 3