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Assistant Community Development Director Frolik commented that even if they could get the lots to meet setback, there would still be a variance needed for the driveways because of the depth of the property. Chairperson Nixt indicated that this area has build-to lines, not setbacks, and asked where they were at with the build-to lines to the west. Mr. Schrock stated that as you go east down Bunker Lake to Town Center Gardens, they are at 40 feet. He indicated the buildings they are proposing will be closer to the fight-of-way then Town Center Gardens. Greg Voss, Ramsey Town Center, LLC, indicated that after this addition, there is only one piece of property left on the north side of Bunker Lake Boulevard. He stated that piece does not have the same curve of the road. He indicated that this piece is a remnant piece from all the other components. Chairperson Nixt stated he is having trouble hop scotching through these developments. He indicated he is more concerned about the setbacks on major arterial roads than ancillary roads. He stated that if he had to give a driveway variance he would prefer that to a setback variance. Mr. Schrock indicated that it may be possible that when Bunker Lake Boulevard is expanded it will make a difference. He stated that on the south side there is not a trail, so it would look different. He indicated that the trail on the north side is on the right-of-way line so the house is right there. Mr. Voss stated that his personal sense is that granting of this variance gives them a little space from the sidewalk rather than having a tall vertical barrier righi up to the property line. Chairperson Nixt stated he is still struggling with what you will see when you go down the road. He indicated he understands the grading issues, but is wondering why the setback on Bunker Lake Boulevard cannot be adhered to, or why they cannot use slab on grade. Mr. Voss advised that he cannot do that with this builder and house type, however he can withdraw this plat and select another builder. He stated they are looking for different price points and this area suggests it would be an appropriate place for this housing type. Commissioner Van Scoy indicated that the grade is still bothering him. Mr. Schrock explained the grade situation and gave other options, showing what affect the changes would make to the site. Commissioner Van Scoy asked if the street is constructed. Mr. Schrock stated that the utilities are significantly in, which puts them in the position of working backwards from what is existing. Board of Adjustment/December 1, 2005 Page 3 of 5 -23-