Anita Weston, reporter
Rich Civic Times
GARDEN CITY, Utah. September 7, 2016. Everett Benton appeared before the Commission representing Luthar Alomia. He noted that lots along the beach front, particularly those on the south end of town near Ideal beach, are narrow and long, somewhat like a trailer. Currently the City’s ordinances require an 8’ set back on one side and a 10’ on the other side. Mr. Benton requested that the City change the distance to 5’ on each side. That way, individuals building homes along the lakeside would be able to make a structure that is more aesthetic that one that is narrow and long.
It was noted that that area of the beach is an older area. Many of the buildings on those lots were built prior to the passing of the current ordinance. Some homes were built right on the property line. Others have even encroached on other’s property and out into public right-of-ways. However, they had to be grandfathered in when the ordinance was passed. If the Planning Commission changed the ordinance to 5’ on each side, some places would end up with distance between homes of less than 5’.
The Commission determined that less than 5’ is too small of a side yard. They decided they must keep the current ordinance in place.
Everett Benton asked if the Variance Committee could be approached for permission to change the set backs for an individual situation. It was noted that the Variance Committee does not have the ability to change set backs. The Fire Code requires 10’ between buildings. The Cottages have 5’ setbacks on each side. It was noted that the city approved that subdivision at that time because it was new and the homes would all have the same distance between them. This would not be the case in the above situation.
Benton thanked the Commission for allowing him to express his opinion and thanked them for their time. He asked that they give some consideration to his request.
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