HomeMy WebLinkAboutSP-96-0000 - Decision - 0014 Cottage Grove AvenueFINDINGS OF FACT & DECISION
STATE OF VERMONT C)o
COUNTY OF CHITTENDEN
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
Re: Findings of Fact, application of Bob and Sally Torney to
convert a four (4) unit residnetial multi -family dwelling into a
five (5) unit multi -family dwelling, 14 Cottage Grove Avenue.
On the 13th day of August, 1996, the South Burlington Planning
Commission approved the request of Bob and Sally Torney for revised
final plat approval under Section 204 of the South Burlington
Subdivision Regulations based on the following findings:
1. This project consists of adding one (1) dwelling unit to a four
(4) unit multi -family dwelling. The fifth unit being requested was
illegally added many years ago by a previous owner and it was
recently discovered that approval was never obtained by the
Commission. This request is to bring the property into compliance
with the zoning regulations. The ZBA on 12/11/95 granted a
variance for the fifth unit to exceed the density limitation. The
sketch plan was reviewed on 5/28/96.
2. This property located at 14 Cottage Grove Avenue lies within
the Cl and R4 Districts. It is bounded on the south by Cottage
Grove Avenue, on the west and north by multi -family residences, and
on the east by a single family residence.
3. Access/circulation: Access is provided via a 37 foot curb cut
on Cottage Grove Avenue. No changes proposed.
Circulation is adequate.
4. Coverage/setbacks: Building coverage is 15% (maximum allowed
is 20%). Overall coverage is 47.6% (maximum allowed is 40%). This
is an existing situation which will not be made worse by this
application.
5. The multi -family dwelling meets the setback requirements. The
carport structure does not meet the rear setback requirement. This
is an existing building which will not be altered by this
application.
6. Landscaping: There is no minimum landscaping requirement,
based on building costs, for this project. The site is well
landscaped and no additional landscaping was recommended.
7. Parking:, A total of 11 spaces are required and 11 spaces
including one (1) handicapped space are shown on the plan.
B. Density: The maximum density permitted is two (2) units. The
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9. Sewer: The sewer allocation requested is 150 gpd. The
applicant will be required to pay the per gallon fee prior to
permit issuance.
DECISION AND CONDITIONS
Based on the above Findings of Fact, the South Burlington Planning
Commission approves the final plat application of Bob and Sally
Torney to convert a four (4) unit residential multi -family dwelling
into a five (5) unit multi -family dwelling, 14 Cottage Grove, as
depicted on a plan entitled "Property Plan Robert + Sally Torney,
So. Burlington, VT.", prepared by Webster -Martin, Inc., dated
October, 1978 with a stamped "received" date of June 3, 1996, with
the following stipulations:
1. All previous approvals and stipulations which are not
being superseded by this approval shall remain in effect.
2. The Commission grants a sewer allocation of 150 gpd for
the additional dwelling unit. The applicant shall pay the per
gallon fee prior to permit issuance.
3. Any change to the plat shall require approval by the South
Burlington Planning Commission.
4. The final plat plan shall be recorded in the land records
within 90 days or this approval is null and void. The plan
shall be signed by the Planning Commission Chair or Clerk
prior to recording.
ChairmAn or'Clbrk
South Burlington Planning Commission
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