HomeMy WebLinkAbout216 S. GRANT AVE., ACCESSORY BLDG. W/HABITABLE SPACE - PDP - 10-07 - REPORTS - MODIFICATION REQUESTApplication for Modification of Standards
Side and Rear Setbacks
This application is a request to allow a modification of setbacks along the rear and side
lot lines at 216 South Grant Avenue, Fort Collins, in order to construct an accessory
building with habitable space.
Section 4.7(E)3 states that the "Minimum rear yard setback shall be five (5) feet from
existing alleys and fifteen (15) feet in all other conditions."
Section 4.7(E)4 states that "Minimum side yard width shall be five (5) feet for all interior
side yards."
We are requesting that the setback be reduced to 2 feet and 9 inches on the north side and
along the alley in order to save existing trees. This request is in accordance with the
City's Modification of Standards, Section 2.8.2(H)3 which addresses existing physical
conditions and Section 2.8.2(H)4 which addresses nominal and non -consequential
modifications.
Approval of this modification request will allow us to build a usable structure and retain
established landscaping. The block wall along the alley serves as an attractive buffer to
the alley and also mitigates the reduced setback. We have spoken with our neighbor to
the north and they have no concerns with the reduced setback and are supportive of the
proposed accessory building. We are committed to building an attractive, well -suited
building that will blend in well with our neighborhood.
Respectfully,
Tim and Janet McTague
216 S Grant Avenue
Fort Collins, Co