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Lot Size: 18,665 SF (0.43 acres) Topography: Generally flat -sloping north Comprehensive Plan Designation: Low Density Residential Zoning: R —1, Single Family Residential Surrounding Land Uses North: Lake Diane South: single family homes East: single family homes West: single family homes SPECIAL USE PERMIT ANALYSIS The applicant is proposing to construct a 5' x 12' 3" enclosed front entry within the 30' required front yard setback. A 24' setback is allowed for entryway additions by Special Use Permit. The applicant is proposing a 25' setback. Below is the special use permit analysis with a staff response in italics for each required condition. Zoning Code Section 4-040 (3) (B) states the required 30' front yards setback maybe reduced to 24' subject to compliance with the following conditions: a. The proposed addition uses the same exterior structure materials and colors as the principal structure and accessories. Stafffinds this criterion to be met. The applicant has stated in the Special Use Permit narrative that the exterior materials will match and compliment the exterior of the home. b. The roof is properly proportioned to and integrated with the roof of the principal structure (dwelling) on the property. Staff finds this criterion to be met. The proposed elevation illustrates a roof line and pitch that will be integrated with the roof of the home; C. The base of the addition is not open and its appearance is consistent with the base of the building. Staff finds this criterion to be met. The proposed elevation illustrates the enclosed entry will extend to grade with a single step up to the door. The home is a split level with the entryway half -way between the basement level and main floor level of the home. d. The structure shall not exceed 35% of the width of the front of the dwelling, excluding the garage, or shall not exceed twelve feet in width, whichever is less. Staff finds this criterion to be me. The width of the proposed entryway is 12'3 ". The existing width of the home is 58' allowing for a maximum width of 20'. Based on the above responses, staff finds the special use standards of Section 4-040 (3) (B) to be met.