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Board of Adjustments Minutes March 26,2002 Page 3 3.2. Request by Beth and Mike Willoughby for Side Yard Setback Variance,Public Hearing- • Case No. V 02-03 Staff report by Chris Leeseberg. Beth and Mike Willoughby,19619 Tyler Street,request that a variance be granted to allow a pottery shed/studio to be within the 35 foot front yard setback and within the 20 foot side yard setback. Mr.Leeseb erg presented a video of the property, explaining that the property is very unique. He reviewed the location and construction of the proposed 12'x 16'pottery shed. He noted that the peak of the shed will be approximately at grade level of Tyler Street. Mr.Leeseberg reviewed the five findings necessary for granting a variance,and why staff felt each of the findings can be met in this case. Staff recommends approval of the variance. Chair Pederson opened the public hearing. Commissioner Mesich asked how much of a variance is being requested. Mr. Leeseberg explained that the variance would be for 8 feet from the side yard setback and 26 feet from the front yard setback. Mike Willoughby,applicant,19619 Tyler Street,explained the terrain of the site and why the site was chosen. Mr.Willoughby stated that his wife has health concerns that would make it difficult for her to navigate the steep slope if the shed where placed closer to the house. Commissioner Baker stated that he concurred that the applicant has very few options for placement of the shed and he is in agreement with staff's recommendation for approval. • Chair Pederson stated that he feels the lay of the land constitutes a hardship and felt is was appropriate to support the variance. Commissioner Franz stated that he did not support the finding of a hardship and felt that grading and excavation could resolve the issues with the steep slope. Chair Pederson felt grading of the site would create a significant impact on the site and the trees. Mr. Willoughby stated that he did consider excavation and ruled it out because of the location of the septic system and well head,and possible damage to the foundation of his home, if he excavated to the south. Commissioner Franz asked how high the peak of the roof would be beyond the guard rail on Tyler Street. Mr.Willoughby stated that the peak would be approximately 1 foot above the rail. Chair Pederson asked if there was an erosion problem. Mr.Willoughby stated that the area where the drainfield is was constructed has some minimal erosion but when the vegetation is re-established,the erosion will be eliminated. There being no further public comment, Chair Pederson closed the public hearing. COMMISSIONER BAKER MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST BY BETH AND MIKE WILLOUGHBY FOR A VARIANCE TO REDUCE THE SIDE YARD • SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 9 FEET,AND TO REDUCE THE FRONT YARD