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FINDINGS FOR WAIVER PA-2600248 CHARLES H.&WINONA K. DALMAN TR/PHILLIP RAINONE 1. The granting of the Waiver will not be materially detrimental to other properties or land uses in the area or result in a change of land use or density that would be inconsistent with the requirements of this Title. • This finding can be made because the granting of the Waiver will not have a detrimental effect on other properties or land uses in the area. The property will remain zoned R-L(Low Density Residential), and the proposed setback from West Swain Road from 20 feet to 15 feet will not alter the character or density of development in the area,as the lot is surrounded by existing single-family residences. The reduction in setbacks is requested to allow construction of an Accessory Dwelling Unit.Given the size of the lot,the requested setbacks are proportional and reasonable. The proposed residence will remain compatible with surrounding properties and will not obstruct views, reduce light or air, or negatively impact neighboring property values. 2. The waiver is necessary due to the physical characteristics of the property and the proposed use or structure or other circumstances, including but not limited to, topography, noise exposure, irregular property boundaries, or other unusual circumstance. • This finding can be made because the parcel is a corner lot and the existing structure covers a majority of the property, it makes the setback requirement impractical. Adhering to the standard front and streetside would severely restrict the buildable area and result in a residence that is unreasonably small. The requested setback reductions address the physical constraints of the property while maintaining adequate separation from adjacent parcels and the right-of-way. 3. There are no alternatives to the requested waiver that could provide an equivalent level of benefit to the applicant with less potential detriment to surrounding owners and occupants or to the general public. • There are no feasible alternatives that would allow full development of the lot while meeting the standard R-L setbacks.Adjusting the building footprint to fully comply with the setbacks would significantly reduce usable space or result in a residence that is unreasonably small. The requested waiver is the least intrusive method to allow a functional Accessory Dwelling Unit. Additionally, the design of the house is consistent with other residences in the area, preserving compatibility with surrounding properties and maintaining the character of the neighborhood. 4. The strict application of the regulation deprives the property of privileges enjoyed by other properties in the vicinity. • This finding can be made because the property's particular lot configuration and existing improvements, compliance with the required street-side setback would substantially limit the feasible location of the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit. The requires reduction is limited to the minimum extent necessary to accommodate the Accessory Dwelling Unit and would not materially alter the residential character of the property or create an unreasonable impact on adjacent properties. 5. The proposed use is consistent with the goals, policies, standards, and maps of the General Plan; any applicable Master Plan, Special Purpose Plan, and Specific Plan; and any other applicable plan adopted by the County. • This finding can be made because,although the proposed Accessory Dwelling Unit includes PA-2600248—Findings 1