31-25 Amending the Zoning Ordinance for Property Located at 314 West Chippewa Avenue

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Staff Report-PC#0256-25 6/16/2025 The strict application of the terms of this Chapter would result in practical difficulties in the use of the property. This application is associated with affordable unit development and to make sure the financing is accessible, the applicant needs to maximize the number of units and function of the facility. The strict application of this Chapter could hinder the affordable unit development and not result in any apartment being built on the land. (4) The variance granted is the minimum necessary. The variance granted is the minimum necessary.As the building would still be limited in the number of stories constructed, this variance is providing steeper roofs to assist with the maintenance of the property in the winter season. (5) The variance granted does not correct a hardship caused by a former or current owner of the property. The variance granted does not correct a hardship caused by a former or current owner of the property. The property is a vacant parcel with space for the development of apartments. Analysis & Recommendation Commitments: No commitments are proposed at this time. Analysis: Zoning this property to S2 Suburban Neighborhood 2 will permit the activation of a vacant parcel that has been dormant for 30+ years. It will help provide additional housing near many amenities, including commercial uses and major transportation corridors. Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff recommends the Plan Commission approve the variance and send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation. SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 5 of 5