In the Central City area only, subject to the other provisions of this chapter, the council may grant for an encroachment by a commercial structure a variance from the requirements of this title; provided, however, such variance shall be granted only where such encroachment will produce a substantial public benefit when balanced against any detriment which the proposed encroachment may cause. (Ord. 2013-0021 § 45; prior code § 9.21.702)