Title
Public hearing to consider the appeal of Daniel J. Thees to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) approving a lot width variance in order to divide the parcel at 1916 Fairmount and create a buildable lot east of the existing house.
Body
The applicant requested a variance of the lot width requirement in order to split the parcel and create a buildable lot east of the existing house. The subdivision would result in a conforming Parcel “A” where the existing house would remain and a nonconforming Parcel “B” that is 40.9 feet wide (50 feet required) in the mid-section for a new single family dwelling. The applicant and his family would live in the new single family dwelling and sell the house on Parcel "A".
The applicant requested a variance of the lot width for parcel “B”. Staff recommended denial of the variance and the district council was not in support of the variance. The matter was first heard on June 22, 2015 but the BZA did not reach a decision due to a tied vote (3 - 3) and the case was continued for 2 weeks. At the July 6 meeting, the BZA approved the variance subject to the condition that the new house is constructed as shown on the site plan included in the appeal document (page 41). The appellant, who is the owner of the property immediately to the east of the 1916 Fairmount has provided his basis for appeal in a document included in this application.
Required Background Information
See attached documents.
Does this issue fall within the 60 day rule? Yes
If yes, when does the 60 days expire? July 27, 2015
Has an extension been granted? Yes
If so, to what date? September 25, 2015
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Key Staff Contact
Yaya Diatta 651-266-9080