Agenda Item Title:
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Bowen Accessory Structure (Conditional Use - Increased square footage, and to allow a single structure to be over 1500 square feet)
3245 E. Bell Oaks Cir.
[Community #30]
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Presenter:
Claire Hague
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Description/Background:
The applicant, John Bowen, is requesting a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) in order to allow for an individual structure to exceed 1500 square feet, and to allow for the proposed new structure to be 1800 square feet. (See Exhibit #1- Application Materials). The property is located on the north side of Bell Oaks Circle on a private drive just northeast of Bell Oaks Drive.
The proposed accessory structure will be 40 feet wide by 45 feet (1800 square feet), 20 feet in height and located on the northwest corner of the property. (See Exhibit #2 - Building Renderings). The proposed structure will be utilized as a garage and workshop. With the garage space being approximately 1,000 square feet and the lofted workshop being approximately 800 square feet. The proposed materials are to match that of the existing home with white wood siding and black asphalt shingles.
The property is zoned R-1-15 and is part of the Bell Oaks subdivision. The property is 0.89 acres (38, 768 square feet). The property is surrounded by residential single-family homes zoned R-1-15. Access to the proposed structure is via a proposed driveway on the south west side of the property off of the existing circular driveway.
Recommended Action and/or Suggested Motion:
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission approve a Conditional Use Permit for John Bowen for the property located at 3245 E. Bell Oaks Circle to allow for an accessory structure as described in the application materials based on the findings and subject to the following conditions.
Findings
1. The applicant’s property is on a private drive that contains nine lots. The chart below shows the lot size and square footage of all properties on the private drive.
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Address |
Lot Acreage |
Square Footage |
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3219 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.63 |
27,442 |
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9881 S. Bell Oaks Dr |
.58 |
25,264 |
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3238 E. Bell Oaks Cir |
.70 |
30,492 |
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3258 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.59 |
25,700 |
|
3272 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.71 |
30,927 |
|
3282 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.92 |
40,075 |
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3285 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.60 |
26,136 |
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3245 E. Bell Oaks Cir. |
.89 |
38,768 |
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Average Lot Size |
.62 |
27,007 |
The applicant’s property at .89 acres of 38,768 square feet is approximately 40% larger than the average lot size in on the private drive. While staff found did not find any structures comparable in size to the proposed structure, the lot is much larger than the average property in the surrounding neighborhood and has the capacity to accommodate the use.
2. The applicant understands and is willing to comply with the Sandy City Land Development Code and conditions of approval.
Conditions
1. That the applicant sign a notarized affidavit stating that they will not utilize the structure as a rental unit.
2. That the structure not be used for a home occupation or for the applicant’s commercial business.
3. That the existing gazebo and small garage be demolished.
4. That the shed either be attached to the primary structure or demolished.
5. That a retroactive permit be pulled for the carport, which must meet all setback requirements.
6. That the Planning Commission determine if the proposed size of the structure and architectural materials are compatible with the immediate surroundings, nature of the zone, and impact upon adjacent properties.
7. That the applicant complies with all Building & Safety, and Fire & Life Codes.
8. That the applicant be responsible for meeting all provisions of the Sandy City Land Development Code, and all conditions of approval imposed by the Planning Commission.
9. That the height of the structure exceed no more than 20 feet from average finish grade.
10. That the applicant work with Code Enforcement on all code violations.
11. That this Conditional Use Permit be reviewed upon legitimate complaint.