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. Findin s: The applicant has stated that the granting of the variances would allow for a new garage to be constructed in the same location as the previous garage was on site, which was demolished approximately ten years ago. The applicant had planned on rebuilding the garage at lhat time, however construction was deiayed due to various personal reasons. The proposed garage and location would allow for the storage of personal vehicles and equipment on site, while maintaining a useable backyard. The Board finds lhat there is an existing residence on site which fails to meet the required side yaid setback from the southern propc•rty line. They also find that the lot is substandard with regards tc :vidth. By locating ihe garage four feet from the southern property line, consistent with 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 levei which would allow fer the proposed structure to be moved eastward on the site 2.5 feet in order to comply with the rear yard coverage requirement of tl�2 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, unless 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 re•.�iew of the action taken. , DATED this 6`" day of May, 20Q2. �%�-o Chairman, Board of Adjustme Notes to Applicant: 1. If a variance is approved, building permits are required and must be obtained within one year from the approval date after which the Board of Adjustment's decision shall cease to be effective. Prior to the expiration date, a written request for a six-month extension may be submitted to ihe Planning Director. 2. A copy of this order must be submitted by the Applicant when applying for building permits. 4��