1824 LOMBARD AVE 2016-01-01 MF Import

Criterion No. 6: The need for the requested variance is not the result of a self- created hardship. a. Findings: The applicant has stated ihat the granting of the variances would allow for a new garage to be constructed in the same loation as the previous garage was on site, which was demolished approximately ten years ago. The applicant had planned on rebuilding the garage at that time, however construction was delayed due to various personal reasons. The pr�posed garage and location would allow for the storage of personal vehicies and equipment on site, while maintaining a useable backyard. The Board finds that there ia an existing residence on site whi�h faiis to meet the required side yard setback from the southern property line. They also find that the lot is substandard with regards to width. By locating the garage four feet from the southern property line, consistent wiih the nonconforming setback of the residence, there is still 13 feet of useable space on the north side of the proposed structure. The site is relatively level which would allow for the proposed structure to be moved eastward on the site 2.5 feet in order to comply with the rear yard coverage requirement of the Code. b. Conclusions: Although the lot is only 39 feet wide, there is still enough area to construct a two-car garage, and provide for storage space on the north side of the lot, as well as maintain a useable yard area between the residence and proposed structure. NOW, THEREFORE, the Board of Adjustment of the City of Everett does hereby order that the variance as requested by the applicant be DENIED and instead approve a four foot interior side setback from the southern property line. The action of the Board of Adjustment in DENYING a variance shall be final and conclusive, uniess within twenty-one (21) days from the date of decision an aggrieved person or persons obtains a writ of certiorari from the Superior Court of Washington for Snohomish County for the purpose of review of the action taken. DATED this 61h day of May, 2002. <J�/�� Chairman, Board of Adjustme Notes to Applicant: 1. If a variance is approved, builotng permits are required and must be obtained within one year from the approval date after which the Board of AdjustmenYs decision shall cease to be effective. Prior to the expiration date, a written request for a six-month extension may be submitted to the Planning Director. 2. A copy of this order must be submitted by the Applicant when applying for building permits.