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Commission approves certified survey map to split 2214 South Sixtieth Street; staff flags setback variance path
Summary
The commission approved a certified survey map to split a double lot at 2214 South Sixtieth Street into two parcels and noted the existing house (built in 1900) is 1.5 feet from the north property line; staff said an area-variance request to the Board of Appeals will be required to legalize the nonconforming setback.
Planning commissioners voted to approve a certified survey map (CSM) to split the property at 2214 South Sixtieth Street into two parcels (Lot 1 on the north closer to Grant Street and Lot 2 to the south) to enable new development on the newly created parcel.
Staff noted the existing home on the proposed Lot 1 was built circa 1900 and currently sits 1.5 feet from the north property line. Because that setback is less than today's required side-yard setback (staff cited a 10-foot side setback for new construction in that area), staff said the split will create a nonconforming setback that is not automatically grandfathered; the city attorney advised the pathway is to proceed with the CSM and for the applicant to pursue an area variance before the Board of Appeals to retain the existing house location.
Motion and outcome: A motion to approve the certified survey map was made, seconded and passed. The item will move forward to the Board of Appeals (for the variance) and then to the Common Council as required.
What’s next: Applicant to apply to the Board of Appeals for an area variance; if granted, the lot split will be finalized and the development of the new parcel can proceed under zoning rules.
