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the residents and visitors of Chandler Place during inclement weather. Mr. Cayemberg further states that 28 <br />the granting of the variance to allow the porte-cochere will give protected ingress and egress to the facility. <br />Since this is a public facility, it is reasonable for residents and visitors alike to expect safe access to the <br />building. <br />The situation of the structure being built up to the property line and in the front yard setback was not <br />caused by the current owner. According to information in the property file, Chandler Place was built prior <br />to the City of St. Anthony Village adopting its zoning code and therefore circumstances exist that are <br />unique to the property. <br />Mr. Cayemberg continues to say that if granted, the variance will not alter the essential character of the <br />locality. Chandler Place is in the R-4 zoning district, where neighboring properties are of the same <br />character and nature. The purpose of the R-4 zoning district is to provide areas for housing other than l- <br />and 2 -family dwellings and townhomes. <br />He also states that economic considerations alone are the basis of the variance request. Mr. Cayemberg <br />further explains that the owner is willing to spend the money to improve the safety of the facility by <br />insuring that main public entrances are safe and secure while at the same time, enhancing the appearance of <br />the facility. <br />Staff has checked with the Fire Department for their comments. They indicated that the height of the porte- <br />cochere would not cause them an issue. They would like a "no parking fire lane" designation on Chandler <br />Drive, adjacent to the entrance of the proposed porte-cochere. <br />Attachments. <br />• Variance Application <br />• Existing and Proposed Site Plan <br />• Rendering of the Main Entrance <br />• Photos of the Current Main Entrance <br />• Resolution 11- 064; Approval of the Request for a <br />at 3701 Chandler Drive <br />Variance to Encroach into the Front Yard Setback <br />FACouneil Meetings\2011\1025201 I\SIafl3701 Chandler Dr front yard setback variance.doeStaff3701 Chandler Dr 1?ont yard setback variance <br />