07-26-10 Council Agenda & Packet

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Map. Objective ED 1.2. Encourage the reuse of abandoned and underutilized land and structures. Land Use Plan: The Future Land Use Map shows this area as Mixed Use. 2. Current conditions and character: The site is currently occupied by a one -story brick structure which was previously used for commercial purposes. A parking area is located on the site behind the building. An adjacent alley to the west provides access to these parking spaces from both Mishawaka Avenue and Longfellow Avenue. This end of Mishawaka Avenue is primarily a business and commercial area which includes a piano repair and resale shop, a clothing and gift store, a printing service, a soft water company, and a hair salon. A single family residential neighborhood is located to the north. I Most desirable use: The most desirable use of the property is local commercial, retail, service or residential. Any of these uses are compatible with the adjacent mixed uses located along both Mishawaka Avenue and Longfellow Avenue. 4. Conservation of property values: Surrounding property values should not be negatively affected since the proposed rezoning is to a less intense district. Residential use of the property is compatible with the adjacent commercial, retail and residential uses. S. Responsible development and growth: The proposed use is responsible growth and development since it lies within a mixed use area which includes commercial, retail, and residential uses. Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the Staff recommends that the petition be sent to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation. Analysis: This rezoning will allow for an existing vacant commercial structure to be rehabilitated and used for a single - family residence. Residential use of the site is compatible with the adjacent mixed land uses including commercial, retail, service, and residential. Michael Wiescher #2557- 10 Page 2 of 2