TO: Zoning Board of Adjustments Members
FROM: Leslie Statler, Senior City Planner
DATE: 7/14/2022
SUBJECT:
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ZBA 2022-009
3081 Magnolia Avenue
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BACKGROUND:
Frank and Pat Hubbard are requesting a variance to the front yard setback (Magnolia Avenue) to accommodate the construction of a new single-family dwelling with a 3-car garage, lanai, and basement. This variance request would reduce the front yard setback from 30 FT to 22 FT. In September 2018, the Zoning Board of Adjustments approved 3 variance requests, one of which was the reduction of the front setback from 30 FT to 27 FT (along Magnolia Ave). Please note, this is an additional 5 FT beyond the previous ZBA determination.
This property is unique in both shape and topography as supported by the ZBA’s prior findings. With respect to the topography, the lot is subject to a grade change of approximately 7 feet from 18th Avenue to Magnolia Avenue. The applicants are proposing to place their residence on the higher portion of the lot to alleviate potential stormwater intrusion into their home.
Staff has included the previously approved site plan for reference.