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driveway off of Labore Road. Staff recommends that the closing of this driveway be permanent. The applicant shall landscape the old driveway to prevent access from Labore Road. Future resubdivision or additional driveway construction would be subject to the processing and regulations applicable to subdivisions and Conditional Use Permits, as appropriate. Regarding other modifications to the site, staff supports the applicant's proposal to remove the existing home and detached garage from 640 Labore Road. In the Comprehensive Plan a list of goals for the east portion of the City is provided. One such goal is to remove substandard housing when the opportunity presents itself. Removing the second home will also bring the combined parcel into compliance, as lots in the R -1 District are only allowed one principal structure. At a minimum, the existing home at 640 Labore Road shall be removed and the driveway shall be closed prior to recording the lot combination. Accessory Structure. In addition the lot combination, the applicant is proposing to construct a "Sports court" in the location of the existing house, once it is removed. Thus, the impervious surface of the site will not be increased. Said court would be an 800 square foot basketball court located in the rear yard of the site, enclosed with a 6 -foot fence. The code allows for swimming pools, tennis courts and other recreational facilities, such as a basketball court, which are operated for the enjoyment and convenience of the residents of the principal use and their guests. Such facilities are regulated as an accessory use in the R -1 District. The applicant is proposing to locate the structure in the rear yard of the property. Accessory buildings, uses and equipment may be located in the rear yard, but must be setback at least ten feet from the rear yard and side yard lot lines. A dimensioned site plan has not been submitted. However, it appears as though the applicant easily meets all setback requirements of the R -1 District. The applicant is proposing to construct a 6 -foot fence surrounding the basketball court. Materials of said fence have not been submitted. However, they will be required to meet the requirements of the ordinance. Planning staff would encourage the applicant to utilize vinyl coated chain link (black or green) to reduce the visual impact of the fence as much as possible. SUMMARY AND RECOMMENDATION The applicant is seeking approval of the Lot Combination, based on a finding that it resulting parcel is consistent with standards of the R -1 District and will have no adverse affect on surrounding properties. Staff would recommend that any approval be made subject to the following conditions: a. The existing home at 640 Labore Avenue shall be removed and the corresponding driveway shall be closed prior to recording the lot combination. 2