HomeMy WebLinkAboutZoning Analysis - 504 E Buffalo Street - 05-12-2023
TO: Bryan McCracken, Historic Preservation & Neighborhood Planner
Josh Webster, Code Inspector
FROM: Megan Wilson, Deputy Director of Planning & Development
DATE: May 12, 2023
RE: Zoning Analysis – 504 E. Buffalo Street
I have reviewed the proposal to improve an existing parking space in the rear yard of 504 E. Buffalo Street and
have determined that the work will not require an area variance. The proposed improvements are for one of
two separate spaces located within the rear yard of the property. The Zoning Ordinance’s regulation that
prohibits parking in the rear yard applies to new or enlarged parking areas of three or more cars and does not
apply to a residential property with only two off-street parking spaces. Furthermore, this regulation was
enacted in 2012, and the parking space in question has existed since at least 2002, as evidenced by aerial
photography. The proposed work will bring the parking space back into compliance with §325-20D(2)(b),
which requires that all parking spaces be clearly delineated from lawns, walkways, and other non-parking areas.
On-site parking at 504 E. Buffalo Street must remain limited to two vehicles. If the applicant wishes to expand
the parking area in the future to provide three or more spaces, site plan review and area variances will be
required.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please contact me.
CITY OF ITHACA
108 E. Green St. — Third Floor Ithaca, NY 14850-5690
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, BUILDING, ZONING, & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Division of Planning & Economic Development
Telephone: Planning & Development – 607-274-6550 Community Development/IURA – 607-274-6559
E-Mail: dgrunder@cityofithaca.org