01-09-1997 Public Hearing and Special Called Meeting

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Bd. of Adjustment (2/18/97) NYSE 97-001 Page 2 of 4 While the above noted language does not specifically apply to expansion of a parking lot, Staff believes that this situation is within the spirit of Sect. 11-605 et seq of the Zoning Ordinance. (See Exhibit B). The City Attorney has concurred with their belief. Analysis: The Zoning Ordinance defines a special exception as a specified enumerated deviation from Zoning Ordinance requirements. The Board is empowered to grant a special exception when it finds the following: • Granting the exception will not adversely affect the value, or use of neighboring property. • Granting the exception will not be contrary to the best public interest. Regarding this request, the relief being sought is covered by the terms of the Special Exception Section. • The proposed parking lot expansion is approximately 130' X 116' in size. • The proposed covered area will be 10' X 25' in size. This will be located within the area of the existing parking lot. Based on these factors, staff believes the request is eligible to be considered for the exception. The issues to consider are impact on neighboring property and the best public interest. The proposed parking lot layout shows approximately a six foot (6) side setback along the North 4th Street right-of-way line which would allow for landscaping. While the interior side setback along the alley right- of-way matches up with the existing building and parking lot. That setback is approximately two feet (2'). The proposed covered area is shown to have a side setback along the alley right-of-way of approximately four feet (4'). The property owner is not proposing to alter the two existing driveways nor do they plan to add a driveway. No change in the pattern of traffic entry and exit will occur as a result of this parking lot expansion. (See Exhibit C)