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sought here to be varied due to general contractor not fully in sync with its sub -contractors schedules and thereby resulting in an unintentional result of not meeting the front yard setback. 4. The hardship sought to be avoided is the result of (a) the applicant's own actions (self- imposed or self-created although unintentional), and (b) an economic or financial hardship would result from being required to move the new home from where it is currently constructed. 5. The provisions of Zoning Ordinance No. 1710, and its amendments, that are sought to be varied would deprive the applicant of the normal rights to use the property that is commonly enjoyed by other properties in the same SF -3 Zoning District without approval and not being required to fully comply with the front yard setback ordinance provisions. 5. Public hearing to consider and take action on the petition of Isabel Burley regarding a variance to permit the temporary occupancy of a RV during the reconstruction of a new home under the City of Paris RV General restrictions on parking, storage or occupancy regulations, Section 4.08.032(b) as prescribed under the variance procedures, Section 4.08.034 on Lot 17, City Block 149, being located at 226 W Washington Street. Andrew Mack, Director of Planning & Zoning, presented case to the board and informs the board that Ms. Burley is a participant for the HOME Program. Mr. Mack explained that the RV that is proposed to be occupied is fully contained and has been requested to be placed on the lot adjacent to her current house that is going to be rebuilt. He continued by informing the board when Ms. Burley approached him with this proposition he had specifically told her of the prohibition of occupying RVs and how it has been vigorously enforced over the years. Mr. Mack also mentioned the possibility of water connection that is already available, but the sewer would have to be addressed separately to ensure sanitary requirements are met. Mr. Mack continued by mentioning the provision of the zoning ordinance that allows for these variance requests to be considered and that he believes that this case is unique since most participants of the HOME Program do not own adjacent lots. Mr. Mack stated that the house has not yet began demolition so the applicant has taken the correct steps to be proactive in asking permission for this variance and has provided a petition in support from her neighbors to be considered by the board as they choose. Mr. Mack spoke of the concerns that this may set a precedent if approved due to the heavy enforcement of RVs, but believes that provisions can be put in place specific to this case to avoid the increase of RV occupants moving forward. Mr. Mack stated that the City is not in a position to support the approval of the variance but believes the consideration is necessary based on the unique circumstances, but he has provided unique findings to the board to use if they choose to approve the variance. Ms. Alsobrook declared the public hearing open. Isabel Burley of 719 SW 3`a Street and applicant, presented signed input forms provided by her neighbors.