05-22-2003 Regular Meeting and Public Hearing of the La Porte Zoning Board of Adjustment

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.. • Board of Adjustment July 24, 2003 Meeting #SE 03-004 . Page 2 of 3 • This exception is being requested under the terms of Section 106- 191(b)(2)(b) of the City's Code of .Ordinances. • To deviate a reaz yazd requirement based on similar pre-existing nonconformities within the same block. The attached sketch plan identifies some similaz pre-existing nonconfonmities existing within the same block. (See Exhibit D). Also, in . the past, decisions have recognized the uniqueness of the "downtown" area and relief has been granted. We believe this situation is within the spirit of Section 106-191(b)(2)(b) of the Code of Ordinances of the City of La Porte. Analysis: The Code of Ordinances defines a special exception as ~ a specified enumerated deviation from zoning regulations. 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. Regazding this request, the relief being sought is covered by the terms of the Special Exception Section. • Allow construction of a 10' X 20' office building addition with a 3'-6" reaz setback off the eastern or rear property line (alley). The issues to consider are impact on neighboring property and the best public interest. It does not appear that granting the requested special exception will adversely impact the adjacent properties nor does it appeaz that granting this exception would be contrary to the best public interest. Conclusion: Based on the facts and considerations noted in this report, staff supports the . .. request to grant Special Exception'#SE03-004.