AGENDA DATE: 4/4/2018
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SUB201700067 Dunlora Park- Special Exception to Front Setbacks
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: The developer of Dunlora Park, phase 1 has requested a special exception to increase the maximum front setback for Lots 7, 8, 10, and 11 from 25 feet to 50 feet.
ITEM TYPE: Consent Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Richardson, Walker, Kamptner, Blair, Benish, Nedostup, Perez
PRESENTER (S): Christopher Perez
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Jeffrey B. Richardson
BACKGROUND: The developer of Dunlora Park, Phase 1 (SUB2017-67, approved on 9-28-2017) has requested a special exception to increase the maximum front setback for Lots 7, 8, 10, and 11 (TMP 062F0040000700, 062F0040000800, 062F0040001000, and 062F0040001100) from 25' to 50'. These four (4) lots were developed under the by-right R-4 zoning and utilize non-infill setbacks, and are located on a cul-de-sac, Marin Court. In this development the use of cul-de-sacs was essential to provide a minimum of 25% open space and preserve the existing streams and preserved slopes, which make up (3) sides of the property. In order to preserve these environmental features the development included two (2) cul-de-sacs. The density of the development is in conformity with the Comprehensive Plan, which designates a recommended density of 3 - 6 residential units/acre for this area. The development was approved at a density of 4.87 units/acre by providing four (4) affordable homes, which allowed four (4) additional market rate units.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Thriving 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; Economic Prosperity: Foster an environment that stimulates diversified job creation, capital investments, and tax revenues that support community goals.
DISCUSSION: The frontage f...
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