Subject:
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Aubri Lucille Williamson requests a change of zoning classification from RU-1-9 to RU-2-10. (24Z00052) (Tax Account 2743715) (District 5)
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Fiscal Impact:
None
Dept/Office:
Planning and Development
Requested Action:
Recommendation
It is requested that the Planning & Zoning Board conduct a public hearing to consider a change of zoning classification from RU-1-9 (Single-Family Residential) to RU-2-10 (Medium-Density Multiple-Family Residential).
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Summary Explanation and Background:
The applicant is requesting a change of zoning classification from RU-1-9 (Single-Family Residential) to RU-2-10 (Multi-Family Residential) to utilize the single-family dwelling as a short-term rental and to have a zoning more consistent with the majority of properties on the south side of Franklyn Ave. This rezoning action would increase the number of residential development potential from 1 to 2 units upon the 0.17-acre parcel. This parcel has road frontage along the northern access (Franklyn Avenue).
RU-2-10 zoning classification encompasses lands devoted to medium-density multifamily residential purposes, together with such accessory uses as may be necessary or are normally compatible with residential surroundings. RU-2-10 permits multiple-family residential development or single-family residences at a density of up to 10 units. Resort dwellings are a permitted use.
The subject is improved with a single-family home built in 1952. At the time it was constructed, it met all the setback requirements for RU-1-9 zoning. When the application for rezoning was submitted, it became evident that the structure does not meet setback requirements for RU-2-10. Due to this, the applicant applied for a Variance to the front and rear setbacks, which was approved April 16th, 2025.
Approximately 200 feet to the east of the subject property, along the southern side of Franklyn Ave, there was a request to rezone RU-1-11 to RU-2-10. Zoning action 21Z00033 was approved by...
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