Because of heavy or arterial traffic volume and congestion, existing or probable intensive or commercial development of abutting properties, substandard paving widths, the probability of inadequate sight distances, and other like conditions affecting traffic safety and light, air, and vision along streets, the city council finds that the public health, safety and welfare require that building setback lines, as hereinafter specified, be, and they are hereby, established on all properties abutting the following named streets and sections of streets. Where applicable, requirements set forth in this provision shall be in addition to the yard requirements specified for the zoning districts. Unless otherwise specified, the distances set forth shall be measured from the centerline and at right angles to the centerline of the street.

[Ord. 89-O-446 § 1.]

It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to construct, erect or locate any building or other structure within any setback lines as established in this chapter. [Ord. 89-O-446 § 1.]

Where practical difficulties, unnecessary hardships, and results inconsistent with the general purposes of this code may result from the strict application of the provisions of this section, a variance may be granted pursuant to the provisions and procedures set forth in Chapter 17.132 BMC. [Ord. 89-O-446 § 1.]