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October 13, 2015 Page 3 as illustrated in the variance request for 3425 Skycroft Cir that is also on the agenda tonight. However, several requests have been made for front yard setback variances for additions in the past few years, and people are seeking to update the usability and livability of their homes. Therefore, staff believes that while most setbacks in the neighborhood are 35 feet, this addition would not unreasonably alter the character of the neighborhood. Criteria met. d. Economic considerations alone are not the basis of the practical difficulties. The basis for the practical difficulties is that the existing house has an existing front yard setback similar to the other homes in the neighborhood. The sole basis for the request is to improve the usability of the home and improve the aesthetic view from the street; economic considerations are not the sole basis for the request. Criterion met. 3. The variance, if granted, would be consistent with the City’s comprehensive land use plan. If the variance is granted the use of the property would remain the same land use as it is today, single-family residential. The comprehensive plan guides this area for single-family use and the front porch will not alter that land use. Therefore, granting of the variance related to lot coverage would be consistent with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. Criterion met. 4. The granting of the variance is in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the zoning code. The intent of the zoning code is to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the city and its people through the establishment of minimum regulations governing land development and use. The zoning code is established to: protect the use districts; promote orderly development and redevelopment; provide adequate light, air, and access to property; prevent congestion in the public streets; prevent overcrowding of land and undue concentration of structures by regulating land, buildings, yards, and densities; and provide for compatibility of different land uses. While the encroachment may impact the consistency and uniformity of the setbacks within the neighborhood, the request would not impact orderly development, impede access to light or air, or increase congestion or density in the area. Given all the factors, this application is in keeping with the intent of the ordinance to prevent overcrowding of land and undue concentration of structures. Criterion met. POSSIBLE ACTIONS 1. Motion to adopt a resolution approving the request for a variance at 3323 Skycroft Drive. 2. Motion to deny the request for a variance at 3323 Skycroft Drive. In the event of a denial, the City Council shall state additional findings and any conditions related to denial. 3. Request additional information and table action. The Applicant appears to have provided enough information for the City Council to approve or deny the request. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Location map Exhibit B: Application and Supporting Material 35