#terrain
š Steep Lot, Failing Carport Challenge
A Rossland homeowner is seeking approval to replace their failing carport with a proper garage, but the steep topography means they need to build closer to property lines than normally allowed.
šļø The challenge: Standard setback rules don't work on every lot
š Council Decision: September 15th meeting
šļø Existing carport has failing retaining walls and can't be safely used
ā°ļø Steep slope from west to east limits building placement options
š Need to maintain 2 off-street parking spaces for road safety
āļø Covered entrance will improve snow/drainage management
šļø Alternative locations would require massive, expensive retaining walls
š The Proposed Solution
š Build new 2-car garage to replace failing carport
š Add covered stairway over existing house entrance
š Front setback: 0m instead of required 4m (4m variance)
š The Proposed Solution
š Side setback: 0.3m instead of required 1.8m (1.5m variance)
ā Staff recommend approval - no departmental concerns
Should Council approve these setback variances to allow the homeowner to replace their failing carport with a proper garage on this steep lot?
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š Your Voice Matters
Council Meeting: September 15, 2025
šļø All neighbors within 50m were notified - no objections received
š£ļø How to participate:
- Attend the council meeting
- Submit written comments
- Contact your councillors
š This decision sets precedent for how variances are handled on steep terrain throughout Rossland.