City of Hyattsville - File #: HCC-306-FY23

• File #: HCC-306-FY23
• Version: 2
• Type: Consent Item
• Status: Agenda Ready
• File created: 3/20/2023
• In control: City Council
• On agenda: 3/20/2023
• Title: Zoning Variance Request V-10-23 - 5608 36th Place, Hyattsville
• Sponsors: City Administrator
• Indexes: Planning & Development

Submitted by: At the Request of the City Administrator

Submitting Department: Community & Economic Development

Agenda Section: Consent

Item Title:

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Zoning Variance Request V-10-23 - 5608 36^th Place, Hyattsville end

Suggested Action:

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I move the City Council authorize the Mayor to send a letter to the Board of Zoning Appeals in support of V-10-23 for the subject property at 5608 36^th Place, Hyattsville, for the purpose of constructing a 3’x7’ canopy, requiring a 3’ variance to the requirements of Prince George’s County Code Section 27-4202 (e)(2.

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Summary Background:

The petitioners, William Patty and Julie Schweitzer, have applied to the Prince George’s County Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) for a zoning variance to obtain a building permit for the construction of a canopy in the front of the dwelling.

The petitioner is proposing a 3’x7’ canopy that would result in a 3-foot projection into the front yard setback.

The subject property includes an existing single-family detached residential structure and one shed structure.  The subject property is located in City Council Ward 5 and is not located within a Residential Parking Zone.

Next Steps:

No additional action is required.

Fiscal Impact:

N/A

City Administrator Comments:

City Staff recommends the City Council support V-10-23 for the subject property at 5608 36^th Place, Hyattsville. It would not be possible to construct a front entry to this dwelling without relief from the requirements of Prince George’s County Code Section 27-4202 (e)(2), as the front façade of the dwelling is located at the 25-foot setback. The petitioner is proposing a 3’x7’ canopy that would result in a 3-foot projection into the front yard setback. This improvement is modest in size and is not out of character for the neighborhood.

Community Engagement:

The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) hearing was held on March 7, 2023 and a decision by the Board is pending a City Council recommendation.

Strategic Goals:

Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community

Legal Review Required?

N/A