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D. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that would be denied by this ordinance to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district. We would afford any applicant the option of applying for a variance under similar circumstances. E. That the proposed action will not unreasonably diminish or impair established property values within the neighborhood. A 7' variance should not impair property values in the neighborhood. The proposed variance is actually adjacent to a large wetland, not an individual residence. F. That the proposed actions will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. The spirit and intent of the ordinance is to maintain a larger setback between a business use and a residential use. The proposed variance is adjacent to a large wetland area, not an individual residence, therefore the spirit and intent of the ordinance is maintained. SITE PLAN REVIEW: SETBACKS: The proposed structure will be located toward the rear of the lot 40' from Hodgson Road and 28' from the interior side property line. A variance of 7' is required for this 28' setback as 35' is required by Code. The front and rear setbacks will be well within the requirements of the Code. The parking area is setback 5' from the side property line and 15' from Blue Heron Drive and Hodgson Road as required by Code. BUILDING EXTERIOR: The building exterior will consist of aluminum siding, clad windows and asphalt shingles. The design of the structure is intended to blend with the residential character of the immediate vicinity. BUILDING HEIGHT: The structure will be approximately 25' in height, 30' is the maximum height allowed in the NB Zoning District. GREEN AREA: The Ordinance requires a minimum green area of 35%, 56% of green area will be provided with this site plan. OFF-STREET PARKING: A total of 36 parking spaces, including two (2) handicapped, will be provided on the site. The majority of these spaces are provided in an angle fashion. The Ordinance requires a maximum of 32 spaces. CIRCULATION AND ACCESS: Access to the site will be provided by two (2) entrance drives off Blue Heron Drive. Due to the unusual shape of the lot, the City Engineer has determined that this arrangement is acceptable. LANDSCAPING: A landscaping plans has been reviewed by the City Forester and found to be acceptable. He would, however, request a final review and discussion with the applicant concerning the grasses and wild flower area being provided on the rear of the lot. A tree preservation plans has also been provided, however, the majority of the existing trees on the site are scrub cottonwood trees and will be removed. Additionally, park dedication will not be required in this case as there is no subdivision of the site. We would, however, recommend that the applicant be required to