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2 | Page <br />In addition, grading required to support a structure in the compliant location would extend further <br />into areas influenced by the High-Water Line (HWL) and associated drainage and wetland <br />conditions, as identified in the survey and grading analysis. While the project is not proposing <br />regulated wetland impacts, the extent of grading necessary in the compliant location increases the <br />potential for disturbance within these sensitive areas. The proposed variance location reduces the <br />need for grading in the proximity of these features and results in a more controlled and limited site <br />impact. <br />These conditions create a practical difficulty by further restricting the functional building envelope <br />beyond what is typical for similarly zoned properties. These constraints are inherent to the <br />property and not self-created. <br />While a technically compliant location may be achievable, doing so would require substantially <br />greater site work, septic system considerations, and grading complexity that are not proportional <br />to the scale of the proposed accessory use. <br />These overlapping constraints, including septic system location, elevation requirements, <br />impervious limitations, and proximity to regulated drainage and wetland-influenced areas, combine <br />to significantly limit the functional building envelope. <br />The requested variance allows reasonable use of the property while avoiding these conflicts and <br />minimizing overall site impact. <br />The proposed variance location represents the lowest impact and most practical solution when <br />considering the combined site constraints. <br />Unique Circumstances <br />The circumstances necessitating this variance are unique to the property and include: <br />•Dual street frontage creates two functional front yard conditions. <br />•Central placement and orientation of the residence. <br />•Watershed elevation requirements restricting buildable areas. <br />•Existing septic system location limiting structural placement. <br />•Impervious surface limitations require careful site planning. <br />These combined conditions significantly narrow the usable accessory structure envelope in a <br />manner not typical of most RE parcels. <br />Character of the Locality <br />The proposed garage location is positioned to align with existing driveway infrastructure and <br />previously disturbed areas of the site. <br />The structure will be visually moderated by existing topography and vegetation and will maintain <br />substantial separation from adjacent properties and public right-of-way. The proposed placement <br />avoids introducing additional disturbance into more sensitive or constrained portions of the <br />property. <br />The scale and use of the accessory structure are consistent with the residential character of the <br />area and will not alter the essential character of the locality.