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Consideration of a final plat for the Addition to the Katrina Hine Echols Division to re-subdivide one lot into two lots on property located at 309 Glyndon Street SE in the RS-10, Single-Family Detached Residential zone
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EXPLANATION AND SUMMARY:
The subject site is located along the 300 block of Glyndon Street Southeast. It consists of one lot, currently addressed as 309 Glyndon Street Southeast. The lot is zoned RS-10 Single-family Detached Residential. The property includes a one-and-a-half-story home, a one-story detached garage, and a small shed located near the rear property line. According to Fairfax County Real Estate Assessment, the home was built in 1951.
Three single-family detached dwelling lots and the Park Terrace Condos abut the site. Two single-family detached dwellings are also located across Glyndon Street Southeast.
Generally, the grade of the lot slopes away from Glyndon Street Southeast. The elevation ranges from 395' in the northeastern corner (nearest Glyndon Street Southeast) to 388' in the southwestern corner (near the rear yard property line).
Proposed Subdivision:
The applicant proposes to subdivide the one existing lot into two lots. Both lots will be accessed from Glyndon Street Southeast. The two lots meet the required lot area and width requirements for the RS-10 Single-family Detached Residential zoning district. Both lots also meet the maximum lot shape factor.
Requested Waiver for Frontage Improvements:
The applicant is requesting a waiver from Town Council for frontage improvements, which typically include a standard five-foot sidewalk, a five-foot planting strip, and curb and gutter in front of the two proposed lots. Staff notes that the applicant has provided detailed drawings of frontage improvements on Sheet 11 of the civil set with a note that the improvements are to be made in the future by others (presumably the Town).
In lieu of these frontage improvements, the applicant is proposing to i...
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