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6' of green space between the garage and the 20 foot alley. Fire safety and traffic through the alley would not be changed or compromised. Because their house is the smallest residence on the block and surrounding neighborhood, they severely lack storage. Because of this need for more storage, the new 24' x 24' garage has been designed to be larger than the 24' x 22' allowed under the garage setback permit ordinance. They are also maximizing storage possibilities by adding potential storage within the truss space in the attic. The new 5° reinforced concrete slab is designed to float with the change in seasons without major cracking of the slab. Asking for an additional 48 sf would not detract from the existing character or size of the existing garages along the alley. In addition, the two adjoining houses have recently been greatly enlarged with new additions. The look of the new garage has been designed to enhance the existing neighborhood look and the character of the two new adjacent homes. The exterior will have narrow lap siding,-insulated windows, exterior flower boxes, new lighting, a new insulated overhead door, and decorative moldings and paneling in the gable area to enhance the character. Base and accent colors would be earth toned. The Wernimont's goal is to have the look of this garage carry over into a future remodeling and addition to their house within the next 3 to 5 years. This is another reason for them to keep the garage as close as possible to the existing setbacks: In conclusion, a new 24' x 24' garage as designed constructed within the existing setbacks would not be detrimental to the site. In fact, it would greatly enhance the existing neighborhood and not have any impact on fire safety or traffic. It would align with all of the existing garages in the neighborhood and thus would maintain consistency along the alley.