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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLetter from Ketlinskis Jack & Marianne Ketlinski 2610 Jasmine Lane Meridian, Id 83642 RECEIVED APR j 52005 CITY OF MERIDIAN CITY CLERK OFFICF Mailing Address: P.O. Box 835 Meridian, ID 83680 Tel: (208) 863-2542 April 15,2005 Meridian City Council 33 East ldilio Meridian, Idaho 83642 Re: Zebulon Heights Subdivision Application Preliminary Plat Application: PP 05008 Conditional Use Application: CUP 05006 Dear Madam Mayor and Honorable Council Members, I am a homeowner and sit on 8+ acres on the south side of the proposed Zebulon Heights subdivision. I built my house II years ago and have enjoyed the quietness of country living. My property consists of one residence on a large open parcel. I've provided an aerial view alongside a diagram of the proposed development. My primary concern, as you can see from the attached photos and diagrams, is that my backyard will be essentially ruined in terms of privacy if the developer elects to build two-story residences close along the property line between the subdivision and my property (Lots 25-28 in Blocl<~ 10). Although the proposed CCR's requires 30 feet of setbacl, from the rear of these lots, without some additional measures, my backyard will be turned into a "fishbowl." My open bacl<.yard and large lot size will create a wide angle of view from the residences from their second story windows. We have a hot tub located on the property on the side of the yard near the proposed subdivision. We will not feel comfortable using our space when we will be on full display for the houses next to us. Meridian City Council April 15,2005 Page 2 of 2 As I understand it, the Council is to consider, when approving a conditional use permit, the following: C. That the design, construction, operation and maintenance will be compatible with other uses in the general neighborhood and with the existing or intended character of the general vicinity and that such use will not adversely change the essential character of the same area; D. That the proposed use, if it complies with all conditions of the approval imposed, will not adversely affect other property in the vicinity; (Meridian City Code 11-17-03) I believe that if no additional restrictions are placed on lots bordering my property, the proposed development will not be compatible with my current use and will adversely affect my property (both in its usability and value). I would request, at a minimum, that lots 25-28 in Block 10 have restrictions placed on them prohibiting second story windows on the side of the structures facing my property. To me, this would seem to be the most cost effective solution to the problem as additional site barriers will be expensive and limiting the residences on lots 24-28 to single story construction may be too harsh a restriction for the developer (though I would consider either of those as solutions as well). Because we are dealing with only four (4) lots out of a development of 160+ lots, I don't believe my request is unreasonable nor do I believe it will have any significant impact, either financial or otherwise, on the development. Thank you for taldng the time to consider my concerns. ~ Jacl, Ketlinsld Enclosures .. ¥ "," "'~ ( , . .. , -¡ 2 - :!: .. ~- I ...!!! . ~ 1/1 r íI¡;¡ - ----J ~ ~ 0 1 ~Q- !i! Or ~ .. I '.. . "