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Staff Report—BZA#0011-20 June 8, 2020 2) The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the variance will not be affected in a substantially adverse manner The majority of surrounding properties are baseball facilities owned by the petitioner. The variance for the reduced front setback should not be affect the use or value of adjacent properties. 3) The strict application of the terms of this Chapter would result in practical difficulties in the use of the property Due to the depth of the lots and nature of the street, strict application would create practical difficulties in the use of the property. 4) The variance granted is the minimum necessary The parking lot has been laid out in a manner to most efficiently use the existing area to minimize the variance request needed. 5) The variance does not correct a hardship cause by a former or current owner of the property The rural nature of the street and it's general location is not a hardship created by the current or past owners of the property. Analysis & Recommendation Analysis: Due to the remote location of the facility, the proposed use and setback are appropriate for the area and consistent with the intent of the ordinance. Staff Recommendation: Based on the evidence available prior to the public hearing, the staff recommends the Board send the Special Exception to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation and approve the variance, as presented. SOUTH BEND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Page 4 of 4