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Frenchman Place 51 Addition <br /> Page 10 <br /> apartment building is compatible the surrounding development, and will not alter the <br /> character of the area. <br /> It is in staff s opinion that the applicant has practical difficulties in meeting the zoning <br /> requirement. <br /> (3) Spirit and Intent. The granting of the variance would be in keeping with the spirit and intent <br /> of this chapter and with the policies of the City's Comprehensive Plan. <br /> The spirit and intent of the ordinance is to allow a certain building height without adversely <br /> impacting the character of established areas and ensuring the building is consistent with the <br /> surrounding development. The height of the building will not adversely impact the character of <br /> the area and will be consistent with the surrounding development. The granting of the variance <br /> will keep with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. <br /> (4) Prohibited Use. The variance, if granted, shall not have the effect of allowing any use <br /> prohibited in the district. <br /> An apartment is allowed in the Medium Density Multiple Family Residential (R-5) district with <br /> approval of a conditional use permit. The applicant has applied for a conditional use permit. <br /> (5) Hazard Consideration. The variance, if granted, shall not permit a lower degree of flood <br /> protection than required by this chapter. The variance shall be determined the minimum <br /> necessary, considering the flood hazard, to afford relief, and the variance shall not be issued <br /> within any designated regulatory floodway if any increase in flood levels during the base flood <br /> discharge would result. <br /> The property is not located within a floodplain designated by FEMA. <br /> (6) Septic and Well Compliance. The sewage treatment system and water system of the subject <br /> property is in compliance with city and state codes. <br /> The property is served with municipal sewer and water. <br /> It's in staff s opinion that the applicant has met the criteria to approve the variance request. <br /> Building Coverage and Lot Coverage <br /> The R-5 zoning district limits maximum lot area to be covered by a building to 40% and <br /> maximum lot area to be covered by impervious surface to 70%. The site plan complies with the <br /> coverage requirements. <br /> Streets and Access <br /> There are two access points located on Rosemary Way. The access points are located in <br /> acceptable locations. <br /> Parking <br />