08-27-1992 Public Hearing and Regular Meeting ZBOA

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Page 2 of 2 Zoning Board of Adjustment Special Exception Request #SE92-003 3. The Special Exception must not adversely affect the value and use of neighboring property or be contrary to the best public interest. The subject tract is described in the tax roll as "tract 18-F". The tract presently occupied by Richard's Auto is described as "tract 18-B". The tracts are contiguous and both are owned by Mr. W J. Huber. Although the tracts have individual descriptions, they are noted in the tax roll under a single, combined listing. Staff has checked earlier editions of the tax roll and found tbis property to have been described in the same manner for several years. Under these circumstances, the combined tracts constitute a single lot of record. The applicant's request therefore, satisfies the first ordinance condition. No building additions or modifications are proposed for the tract under consideration. Richard's proposes to utilize the existing parking lot. The building is to be used for incidental storage. As there are to be no changes to the property, granting this exception would not serve to prevent a return to a conforming use at some time in the future. Finally, regarding the value and use of neighboring property and the ''best public interest", as noted earlier, the non- conforming use established for 2757 South Broadway is as a tavern. Should tbis exception be granted, the use will change to auto repair and sales. This is a business that will primarily operate during normal Monday through Saturday business hours. As such it would appear to be more compatible with the adjacent residential neighborhood than a tavern whose peak business hours are during the evenings and weekends. Conclusion: The requested Special Exception satisfies Zoning Ordinance prerequisites and is eligible for approval. Recommendation: Based on the facts of tbis case, staff recommends approval of Special Exception SE92-003.