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3. Topography: Generally Flat 4. Comprehensive Plan Designation: Low Density Residential 5. Zoning: R-1A, Single Family Residential 6. Surrounding Land Uses: North: Single Family Residential South: Single Family Residential East: Single Family Residential West: 4th AVE NW, funeral home SPECIAL USE PERMIT ANALYSIS The applicant is proposing to build a 28' x 34' detached garage, which is greater than 624 SF at 952 SF, thus requiring a special use permit. This proposed garage will be in addition to an existing detached garage measuring 22' x 24'. No attached garage exists on the property and an 8' x 15' shed will be removed. The proposed garage meets all required setbacks and will be constructed, as stated in the submitted narrative, in a manner that will match and/or compliment the home. The applicant further states the garage will be used for storage of a boat, tractor, and antiques and will not be used for home-based business purposes. Zoning Code Section 4-530 establishes accessory building requirements for all accessory buildings within a residential district, which includes attached and detached garages. Section 4- 530 (E) allows for an accessory building, or detached garage, to be constructed up to 1,064 square feet but requires a Special Use Permit to exceed 624 square feet. Additionally, Section 4- 530 (K) establishes three conditions under which the Special Use Permit can be granted. Those conditions are as follows, with a staff response provided for each: 1. Roof and exterior color and material must be consistent and complimentary with the principal structure. Staff finds this criterion to be me. The applicant has stated in the submitted narrative that the proposed garage would match the siding and roofing of the existing home. 2. If deemed necessary by the City Council, landscape screening shall be provided to lessen visual impact from adjacent properties. Staff finds this criterion to be met. The proposed garage measures 28'x 34' or 952 SF and is located in the rear yard. The existing detached garage measures 22' x 24' or 528 SF and has access off 7111 ST NW. Staff finds that because the garage is in the rear yard and will be accessed off the alleyway, like many of the other detached garages in the area, landscape screening shouldn't be necessary. 3. No commercial or home occupation activity shall be conducted within the accessory building. Staff finds this criterion to be met. The applicant stated in his written narrative the garage will be used for storage of a boat, tractor, and antiques and will not be used for any home-based business activity.