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, ��o CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF TI-iE CITY COUNCIL � � 712 �� No. G l'�kESHo�`�' A10. The solutfon to avoid the need for individual variances resulting from the timing and location of f each successive house construction is to grant a blanket variance, establishing condition� of approval that will ensure an appropriate review process in the event of a potential�iew encroachment. Subject to appropriate conditions,the granting of an average lakeshore�setback variance for each of the Lots will meet the intent and spirit of the Ordinance while avoiding the need for individual Lot owners to apply for a variance for a newly platted Lot. A11. In considering this application for variance, the Council has considered the advice and recomme�dation of the Planning Commission and the effect of the proposed variances upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values of property in the surrounding area. VARIANCE ANALYSIS: According to MN §462.537 Subd. 6(2) variances sha11 only be petmitted when the following standards are satisfied(findings applicable to a117 Lots are in bold text): B 1. The variance is in harmony with the general intent and purpose of the Ordinance. Single family hoqies and the associated amenities are permitted uses in the RR-1B district The average lajkeshore setback ordinance is intended to protect neighboring properties' views of tlijje lake. Granting of the variances with conditions will maintain those views. B2. The varianice is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Granting of the variance with conditions',will be consistent with the intent of the comprehensive plan to protect lake views. B3. The applic�nt establishes that there are practical difficulties: a. The proper�y owners propose to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the official cor�trols. The Lot owners are proposing to use t6eir properties in a reasonable manner by�constructing new homes in a configuration wLich while not strictly meeting the provisipns of the ordinance will effectively meet the intent of the ordinance. b. There are cfrcumstances unique to the properties not created by the landowners. The varied topogaphy, requirements for tree preservation, and the location of wetlands, stormwate� ponds, septic sites, and driveways are unique factors to tlus subdivision wluch resu�lt in the limited possibilities for placement of homes within each Lo� None of these fadtors were created by the Lot owners.