Explanation
Council Variance Application: CV21-030
APPLICANT: Gerald Sutton; 205 E. South Street; Worthington, OH 43085.
PROPOSED USE: Conform an existing two-unit dwelling.
CLINTONVILLE AREA COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Approval.
CITY DEPARTMENTS' RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The site consists of one parcel developed with a nonconforming two-unit dwelling which was constructed in 1949, and subsequently zoned in the SR, Suburban Residential District in 1957. A Council variance is necessary because a two-unit dwelling is not a permitted use in the existing zoning district. A hardship exists because the non-conforming nature of the site precludes financing options. The site is within the planning boundaries of the Clintonville Neighborhood Plan (2009), which recommends “two- and three-family” residential land uses at this location. Staff supports the variance as the request is consistent with the recommendations of the Plan and with the established development pattern of the area. The two-unit dwelling has been long established on this lot and the request will not add a new or incompatible use to the area.
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To grant a Variance from the provisions of Section 3332.029, SR suburban residential district, of the Columbus City Codes; for the property located at 54-56 E. KANAWHA AVE. (43214), to conform a two-unit dwelling in the SR, Suburban Residential District (Council Variance #CV21-030).
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WHEREAS, by application #CV21-030, the owner of the property at 54-56 E. KANAWHA AVE. (43214), is requesting a Variance to conform a two-unit dwelling in the SR, Suburban Residential District; and
WHEREAS, Section 3332.029, SR suburban residential district, prohibits two-unit dwellings, while the applicant proposes to conform an existing two-unit dwelling; and
WHEREAS, the Clintonville Area Commission recommends approval; and
WHEREAS, City Departments recommend approval of th...
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