Special Exception - 850 Fellows St.-Passed 7-12-10

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r ~ 2. A Variance from the 30 foot front setback requirement on the east side of the property pursuant to Ordinance Section 21-04.02(b)(2)(A) to 0 feet to accommodate the two buildings located on this property within this setback. 3. A Variance from the 10 foot side yard setback on the south side of the property pursuant to Ordinance Section 21-04.02(b)(2)(B) to 0 feet to accommodate the warehouse located on this property within this setback. 4. A Variance from all required landscaping pursuant to Ordinance Section 21- 07.01 to current landscaping. 5. A Variance from Ordinance Section 21-04.02(b)(10)(B)(ii)(a) to allow outdoor storage everywhere within the fenced area of the property indicated on the Site Plan. These Special Exception Uses and Variances are necessary so Rylynn, Inc., d/b/a Bestway Towing, can conduct its towing operations as a Wrecker Service on the property. Bestway Towing is owned by Todd and Lora Stull. The Variances are necessary because the property is being rezoned from Light Industrial District to General Industrial District, and variances are necessary so the property can continue to be used in its current condition. These Special Exception Uses and Variances are also necessary so Bestway Towing can store towed vehicles on 70% of the property. _ The proposed Special Exception Uses and Variances will not be injurious to the public. health, safety, comfort, community moral standards, convenience, or general welfare. Bestway Towing provides towing services for vehicles. Bestway Towing has conducted its activities for many years without incident. Allowing a vehicle towing and storage service is safe and appropriate. The current condition of the property is not being changed. The proposed Special Exception Uses and Variances will not injure or adversely affect the use of the adjacent area or property values therein. Adjacent properties are used for industrial companies, warehousing, and similar uses. A vehicle towing and storage business will pose no harm to adjoining businesses. The property's current condition will not be changed. The proposed Special Exception Uses and Variances will be consistent with the character of the district in which it is located and the land uses authorized therein. A Petition for Rezoning from Light Industrial District to General Industrial District has been filed and will be heard by the Area Plan Commission at its June 15, 2010 meeting. South Bend's zoning ordinance regarding General