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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Planning Commission
DATE: October 20, 2016
SUBJECT:
An Ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 3100, being the Aurora Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map attached thereto, by Rezoning Property located at 823 W. Downer Place from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-2 One Family Dwelling (Mel Magnuson - 16-00847 / AU21/1-16.148-RZ - SB - Ward 4)
PURPOSE:
The Petitioner, Mel Magnuson, is requesting to downzone the property at 823 W. Downer Place from R-4 Two Family Dwelling District to R-2 One Family Dwelling District, which is compatible with the surrounding zoning district and use of the property.
BACKGROUND:
The Subject Property is located at 823 W. Downer Place and has recently been converted to a one family residence therefore the owner now wishes to rezone the property to be consistent with the new single family use. Additional information on the property can be found in the attached Property Information Sheet.
DISCUSSION:
Staff has reviewed the rezoning petition and have determined that it meets all applicable codes and ordinances.
POLICIES AND GUIDELINES:
The Staff's Evaluation and Recommendation are based on the following Physical Development Policies:
11.0 To guide the growth of the City in an orderly and structured manner.
12.1 (5) To encourage a graduation from high density residential areas to low density residential areas.
22.1 (1) To achieve appropriate zoning protection for residential areas designated in the land use plan.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Planning Commission recommended APPROVAL of the Ordinance Amending Ordinance Number 3100, being the Aurora Zoning Ordinance and the Zoning Map attached thereto, by Rezoning Property located at 823 W. Downer Place from R-4 Two Family Dwelling to R-2 One Family Dwelling district.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit A Legal Description
Land Use Petition with Supporting Documents
Property Research Sheet
Plat of Survey
Legistar Number: 16-00847
cc: Alderman Saville, C...
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