Project Narrative

Variance 
 
 
 
Project Narrative 
 
 
6638 N. 53rd Ave 
Glendale, Az 85301 
 
VAR22-10
Barbaro Gonzalez
Residence
November 16, 2022

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PROPERTY 
REQUIRED 
NOTIFICATION
Development Team 
Property Owner / Agent: 
Barbaro Gonzalez 
 
Applicant / Planning Consultant: 
Blueprint & Design 
Contact: Luis Cuellar 
Phone: 480-395-4305 
Email:luisbpd@yahoo.com 
 
1. Introduction 
 
Barbaro Gonzalez ("Property Owner"), requests consideration of a variance to reduce 
setbacks for parcel within the City of Glendale in Maricopa County most 
commonly referred to as parcel number 146-07-051B. Per the R-3 Zoning District 
development standards requirements, a 20 foot perimeter setback is required and the 
 property has a minimum lot width of 50 feet, only allowing residence of 10ft in width. 
 the applicant is requesting reduced side setbacks of 5ft (north) and 10ft (south).
 
Exhibit A: Vicinity Map / Aerial Photograph 
 
 
 
 
 
Barbaro Gonzalez

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Surrounding Land Use & Zoning 
The Project Site is an infill parcel surrounded by vacant lots and existing residential 
development. The surrounding land uses are as follows: 
North: Single-family residential 
East: Single-family residential 
South: Single-family residential 
 
West: Single-family residential 
All surrounding residential development and vacant lots are currently zoned R-3. 
 
2. Project Description & Development Concept 
The Applicant proposes on said lot a single-family residential development that is 
complimentary to surrounding development. The project proposes 1 single-family home 
with attached 2 car garage with covered front and rear patios. The site will also include 
fully landscaped front yard as well as a concrete driveway. 
The newly constructed single-family home will be occupied by owner and his family.  
The Variance application requests to change the setbacks and overall lot size on the 
property for R-3 Single Residence. 
On & Off-Site Improvements 
Water improvements will include the installation of water lines within the Project Site. 
The water line will connect to existing waterlines along 53rd Ave. No other off-site 
water improvements are required. 
Sewer improvements include the installation of sewer lines within the Project Site. The 
sewer line will connect to existing sewer lines. No other off-site sewer improvements 
are required. 
Transportation & Circulation 
The new single-family home will be accessed from a new driveway off 53 Ave. Parking 
will be provided for residents within the site. Enclosed attached garage will be provided 
with this in-fill project and details will be determined at the time of Design Review. 
 
3. Findings 
This application warrants approval based on the following findings and conclusions:  
 
The proposal will be compatible with existing residential and is consistent with 
the General Plan land use. 
 
The proposal meets the City’s expectations regarding site planning, landscaping, 
building materials. 
 
 
  
 
 
 
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 
The completed project will provide a housing option that is unique and of a 
higher density than the surrounding development. 
 
This varied housing style may cater demographics that single-family 
housing developments do not.  
 
This proposed development will serve two primary objectives of the General Plan 
by: 
 
Creating a new housing option for the demand of housing in the area. 
4. Conclusion 
The Applicant has proposed the development of vacant and under-utilized land along 
53 Ave. This proposal provides an opportunity for infill development and will 
complement existing residential development of the area. 
It will also allow new investment in an established part of the City near the amenities 
found Downtown Glendale. The requested variance is consistent with the adopted 
General Plan and should be approved, consistent with nearby properties.  
 
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