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Commission recommends variance for garage at 3741 Morton Avenue in Brookfield
Summary
The commission unanimously recommended a variance to raise building coverage to 32.27% so a homeowner can replace a dilapidated garage with a new two-car garage at 3741 Morton Avenue; staff recommended approval and the case proceeds to the Village Board July 13.
The Brookfield Planning & Zoning Commission on June 25 recommended approval of a zoning variation allowing the homeowner at 3741 Morton Avenue to increase building coverage from 30% to 32.27% to construct a new detached two-car garage.
The homeowner, who spoke during the public hearing but did not give a name on the record, described the existing structure as a “dilapidated old garage” and said the plan is to demolish the old garage, place the new garage on the existing concrete pad, and return the old garage footprint to grass. Staff reported the lot is larger than a previous case on Raymond Avenue and recommended approval after reviewing site plans and coverage calculations.
Staff provided the coverage numbers, noting the requested increase represents roughly 213 square feet over the 30% limit, and confirmed the proposed garage meets height and setback requirements. Commissioners raised routine questions about eaves, permits and the project’s compliance with the code; staff said required permits would be filed during the building-permit stage.
The commission voted to recommend approval to the Village Board with standard conditions, including substantial compliance with the submitted plans and directing gutter and downspout discharge to private property. The commission’s recommendation will be considered by the Village Board at its July 13 meeting.
Next steps: the homeowner must secure building permits and comply with any conditions imposed by the Village Board.
