2011/10/13 - LAND USE - VAR - Other

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Part 2: Three-Step Test To qualify for a variance, the applicant must demonstrate that their property meets the following three requirements. 1. Unique property limitations (To be completed by the applicant) Unique physical limitations of the property such as steep slopes or wetlands that are not generally shared by other properties must prevent compliance with ordinance requirements. The circumstances of an applicant (growing family, need for a larger garage, etc.) are not a factor in deciding variances. Nearby ordinance violations, prior variances or lack of objections from neighbors do not provide a basis for granting a variance. Property limitations that prevent ordinance compliance and are common to a number of properties should be addressed by amending the ordinance. Do unique physical characteristics of your property prevent compliance with the ordinance? YES. Where are they located on your property? Please show the boundaries of these features on the site map that you used to describe alternatives you considered. ❑ NO. A variance cannot be granted. 2. No Harm to Public Interests (To be completed by board staff) A variance may not be granted which results in harm to public interests. In applying this test, the Board of Adjustment must consider the impacts of the proposal and the cumulative impacts of similar projects on the interests of the neighbors, the entire community and the general public. These interests are listed as objectives in the purpose statement of an ordinance and may include: • Public health, safety and welfare • Water quality • Fish and wildlife habitat • Natural scenic beauty • Minimization of property damages • Provision of efficient public facilities and utilities • Achievement of eventual compliance for nonconforming uses, structures and lot • Any other public interest issues Ordinance purpose: Purpose(s) of standard from which variance is requested: Pa RP 7