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� o� 0 0 � CITY of ORONO ,� �� ti ti RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI L ��`�kEsKo�`'�G rvo. � R h g 3. The Planning Commission reviewed this application at a public hearing held on September 21, 2009 and recommended approval of variances based on the following findings: a. The property contains 53,400 in area and has 147' in width at the OHWL and 140' in width at the 75' setback. b. The lot is substandard in area and width and a residence has existed on the property for many years. c. There is no additional land available to bring the lot width or lot area into conformity. d. The proposed addition will be almost entirely over an existing pool patio, and the hardcover variance as requested will result in only a minor increase in hardcover; 30 s.f. e. The existing residence with tlie proposed addition at 7% will be below the structural lot coverage limitation of 15%. f. The encroachment into the average lakeshore setback will not negatively impact views enjoyed by the most affected property owner due to topographic changes and vegetation. 4. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and recommendation of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments by the applicants and the public, and the effect of the proposed variance on the health, safety and welfare of the community. 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variance would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicants, but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicants; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. Page 2 of 5