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�O CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL y�l GSC NO. 67 7 gkEsx0 FINDINGS OF FACT: 1. This application was reviewed as Zoning File #16-3880. The analysis contained within staff memos and the exhibits attached to the aforesaid memos,all minutes from the above mentioned meetings, and any and all other materials distributed at these meetings are hereby incorporated by reference. 2. The Property is located in the LR-1A Single Family Lakeshore Residential Zoning District. 3. The Property contains 0.43 acres in area and has a defined lot width of 150 feet. 4. The Property is within Tier 3 and hardcover is limited to 35% according to the Stormwater Quality Overlay District. 5. Applicant has applied for the following variance[s]: a. Lot area variance. b. Lot width variance. c. Setback variances. 6. In considering this application for variances, the Council has considered the advice and recommendation 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. ANALYSIS: 1. "Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance . . . ." The lot area and lot width variances requested are consistent with the general intent of the Ordinance. There is adequate space for light, air, and open space between the proposed home and the street and neighboring homes with reduced setbacks requested. The variances are in harmony with the Ordinance. 2. "Variances shall only be permitted . . . when the variances are consistent with the comprehensive plan."The variances resulting in a permit for construction of a single family residence in a residential zone are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 2