AGENDA DATE: 10/12/2016
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SDP201600018 Better Living Berkmar - Special Exceptions to Setbacks
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Resolution approving three special exceptions to various setback requirements. Rio Magisterial District.
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Foley, Walker, Flair, Benish, Yaniglos, Perez
PRESENTER (S): NA
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Thomas C. Foley
BACKGROUND: The Applicant proposes to construct a two story building with associated parking, leasable office space, and outdoor storage and supply pick-up areas for the relocation of Better Living Building Supply to two parcels on Berkmar Drive (Attachment B). Three (3) special exceptions are requested: 1) to increase the required maximum front setback; 2) to reduce the required side setback for the proposed building and to eliminate the required side setback for the proposed parking; and 3) to permit the disturbance of the required buffer zone.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Goal 3 - Development Areas: Attract quality employment, commercial, and high density residential uses into development areas by providing services and infrastructure that encourage redevelopment and private investment while protecting the quality of neighborhoods. Goal 4 - Economic Prosperity: Foster an environment that stimulates diversified job creation, capital investments, and tax revenues that support community goals.
DISCUSSION: County Code ?? 18-4.20 and 18-21.7 authorize the Board to approve special exceptions to modify or waive the County's setback requirements pursuant to County Code ?? 18-33.5 and 18-33.9. It is staff's opinion that granting these special exceptions creates consistency throughout the block and recognizes the intended direction of development pursuant to the Comprehensive Plan, while making possible an improved site design that brings the main building closer to compliance with the maximum front setback and facilitating a unique parking and circulation pattern for...
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