Surrey planning report 7922-0173-00

Staff Report to Council Application No.: 7922-0173-00 Planning & Development Report Page 7 o One respondent expressed opposition given that the variance would permit a significant floor area increase for the existing dwelling. The respondent noted that the current house has a narrow driveway that is already occupied and that there is already significant street parking on both sides of 13 Avenue for access to the beach access routes. An increase in floor area and subsequent increase in occupants would result in parking from the property spilling out into the street. The respondent noted that a new build conforming with the 7.5 metres front yard setback would have room for a large garage and a wide driveway. Removal of the existing dwelling and construction of an entirely new dwelling would be a significant undertaking, whereas the property may seek a variance to build up to the permitted floor area under the existing zoning. The applicant does not propose to remove any existing parking from the site or the driveway. Even under construction of a new house, it is likely that a front yard setback variance would still be required as the lot depth is 22.33 metres, and the RF setbacks are intended for a minimum lot depth of 28 metres. o One respondent expressed opposition given that the proposed front yard setback reduction would be a major relaxation. The respondent noted that street parking on 13 Avenue is already a major problem. The respondent indicated that they did not have an issue with the addition of floor area so long as they did not exceed the maximum height under the zone. It is accurate that the proposed second storey comes as close as 1.3 metres to the front lot line. However, any addition to the existing dwelling would require a front yard setback relaxation and a reduction of the off-street parking requirements. The applicants have provided plans indicating that the additional storey will result in a house that conforms to the maximum building height of 9 metres under the RF zone. DEVELOPMENT PERMITS Hazard Lands (Steep Slope) Development Permit Requirement  The subject property falls within the Hazard Lands (Steep Slope) Development Permit Area (DPA) in the OCP, given that the site contains steep slopes in excess of 20%. The Hazard Land (Steep Slope) Development Permit is required to protect developments from hazardous conditions.  The subject site sits on the Semiahmoo Bay bluffs above the Burlington North Railway line. The rear of the property has a slope of approximately 37% gradient.  A geotechnical report, prepared by Sergey Makhov, EIT and Tranh V. Lee, P.Eng. of Terran Geotechnical Consultants Ltd. and dated January 23, 2023, was peer reviewed by Liam Jones, EIT and Andreas C.D. Siagris, P.Eng of GeoPacific Consultants Ltd. The peer review identified some recommendations for additional information and update of the slope stability analysis. Terran Geotechnical Consultants Ltd. provided these updates via a revised report dated May 24, 2023.

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