Permit Review Detail
Review Status: Completed
Review Details: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Permit Number - T08SA00343
Review Name: BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Review Status: Completed
| Review Date | Reviewer's Name | Type of Review | Description | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2008 | MARTIN BROWN | FIRE | REVIEW | Denied | One hour construction with no openings would be required at property line. Table 602 of 2006 IBC. |
| 10/15/2008 | JIM VOGELSBERG | ENGINEERING | REVIEW | Approved | C10-08-17 AVECHUCO RESIDENCE CARPORT EXPANSION/M.AVECHUCO, 3404 SOUTH LUNDY AVENUE, R-2 The Engineering Division recommends the Development Services Directors decision to deny the applicant's request for a reversal of the Development Services Director’s decision to deny DDO 08-99 be reversed. |
| 10/17/2008 | JOSE ORTIZ | DOT TRAFFIC | REVIEW | Completed | TDOT-Traffic has no objections to the proposed variance. |
| 10/22/2008 | ANY | COMMUNITY PLANNING | REVIEW | Approved | DEPARTMENT OF URBAN PLANNING AND DESIGN C10-08-17 AVECHUCO RESIDENCE CARPORT EXPANSION/M.AVECHUCO, 3404 SOUTH LUNDY AVENUE, R-2 General Plan 10/16/08 drcorral The applicant is appealing the Development Services Director's decision to deny Design Development Option (DDO) case DDO-08-99. The applicant proposes to expand the existing carport with reduced building setback as measured from the north lot ine. The applicant filed a Design Development Option (DDO) application with the Development Services Department (DSD) requesting the zoning approval necessary to allow construction of the expansion with a reduced setback. The applicant's DDO was denied in part, due to a protest on the project's non-compliance with the required DDO Findings of LUC Section 5.3.4.3.F, H and M. Tucson Land Use Code (LUC) Sections applicable to this project include Section 5.3.4.3 (DDO Findings); Section 2.3.5 which provides the design criteria applicable to residential development in the R-2 zone; Sections 3.2.3, 3.2.5 and 3.2.6 which provide the development criteria for all structures; and, Section 5.1.7.3 which provides for the Board of Adjustment to hear and decide on appeals made to the Development Services Director's decision on DDO applications. The applicant is requesting a reversal of the Development Services Director's decision to deny DDO 08-99. The site is within the boundaries of the City's General Plan and the Design Guidelines Manual. City of Tucson General Plan Element 1: Growth Areas and Population Policy 10 Support continued neighborhood reinvestment. Element 4: Community Character and Design Policy 5 Promote neighborhood identity and visual character. 5.3 Support infill and redevelopment projects that reflect sensitivity to site and neighborhood conditions and adhere to relevant site and architectural design guidelines. 5.4 Promote upgrades to neighborhood infrastructure, including sidewalks and street lighting, and improvements to the existing housing stock. Policy 6 Promote quality in design for residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-uses, and publicly-funded development. 6.1 All development should incorporate environmentally sensitive design that protects the integrity of existing neighborhoods, complements adjacent land uses, and enhances the overall function and visual quality of the street, adjacent properties, and the community. 6.6 Solutions and strategies included in the Design Guidelines Manual should be utilized to provide an improved level of community design. DESIGN GUIDELINES MANUAL e. Design Context and Neighborhood Character (I.B.2.e) Intent - Improve the character of new projects and reinforce existing architectural character in established neighborhoods. Solution - Harmonize new buildings with existing buildings by incorporating design elements of the adjacent architecture including the following: " Scale and massing of structure " Roof and parapet forms " Door and window-fenestration pattern " Finishes, materials and colors " Site amenities such as walls and landscaping " Traditional or prevailing setbacks and building orientation DISCUSSION The General Plan, and Design Guidelines Manual provide policy direction to preserve the integrity of existing neighborhoods. These Plans encourage improvements to the existing housing stock that both maintain safety and are compatible with adjacent land uses. The applicant's request for reversal of the Development Services Director's decision to deny DDO 08-99 in order that the applicant can expand the existing carport with a reduced building setback, as measured from the north lot line, appear to be consistent with the existing residential uses in and character of the area. Conclusion The proposed improvements do not conflict with the policies and guidelines provided in the General Plan, and the Design Guidelines Manual; therefore the applicant's request to reverse the Development Services Director's decision to deny DDO 08-99 is supported by plan policy. |