Due to peculiar conditions of design and construction in historic neighborhoods where structures were often built close to the lot lines, it may be the public interest to retain a neighborhood’s historic appearance by making Variances to normal yard requirements. Where, by reason of topographical conditions, irregularly shaped lots, or because of unusual circumstances applicable solely to the particular applicant, strict enforcement of the provisions of this Ordinance would result in serious undue hardship, the Historic Preservation Review Commission shall have the power to vary or modify strict adherence to this Ordinance; provided always that its requirements ensure harmony with the general purposes of the Ordinance, and will not seriously effect neighboring properties or the historic preservation district as a whole.
(Ord. Passed 4-8-82.)