HomeMy WebLinkAboutBoard of Adjustment Minutes 09.13.1988BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
LAUREL, MONTANA 59044
Sept. 13, 1988
The Board of Adjustments was called to order at 7:45 with the
following members present:
Andy Muri, Chairman
Bruce Teeters
Bob Western
Don Cahill
Cal Cumin
Joe Bradley
Members absent:
Others present:
Claude Cory
Cheryll Lund, Secretary
Roland Wright, 302 Forrest Avenue, Laurel
File # 88-07-Wriqht
Petition present. Fees paid. Advertised in the Laurel Outlook two
times, 8/24/88 & 8/31/88. No protests received.
Mr. Roland Wright of 302 Forrest Avenue is requesting a variance
to build a carport/shed onto his existing garage. Mr. Wright has
lived at this address for approximately 6 years. He plans to use
the extra space for his own storage.
Mr. Wright's lot is 30' X 120' and located on the corner of
Forrest Avenue and South Third Street. The Laurel Municipal Code
states that any structure over 3 feet high must meet a 20 foot
setback, on a corner lot. Mr. Wright's garage is built 4 feet
away from his West property line, and right on his property line
on the North side. The Code is very specific on not allowing an
expansion of an existing violation~ The garage is in violation now.
Mr. Wright says he plans to stay in this house and is not building
it to enhance his property, he just plain needs the space.
Ail property owners within 300 feet of Mr. Wright's property were
notified by mail. Of the 50 letters sent out, 2 were unclaimed,
and 6 people came into the office to inquire. Out of the 6, all
were in favor of granting the variance.
At this time a question is raised concerning the curb cut. Mr.
Wright states that he will contact the City Engineer regarding
this matter.
Cai feels that this variance should not be granted. He states
that there is no hardship involved.
Bruce Teeters feels that there is a hardship involved because if
Mr. Wright tore down his existing garage he wouldn't be able to
build another one.
At this time Mr. Wright is asked whether or not he uses the welder,
which was noticed sitting alongside his garage, for profit. Mr.
Wright stated that he does do some odd jobs with his welder but
does not plan to open up a shop. There is some question as to
whether or not he should obtain a City business license.
At this time the Board members go down the list of considerations
when granting a variance. All 7 sections are gone through.
Motion by Bruce Teeters to grant the variance in reference
to Section 17.12.140 of the Laurel Municipal Code A through G.
The applicant requested expansion of an existing building that
was built prior to the enactment of the zoning ordinance, and the
majority of unattached buildings within that area do not meet
current setback requirements. Motion seconded by Bob Western,
motion carried.
Meeting is adjourned at 8:10 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Cheryll Lund, Secretary