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FILE #LA19-000013 15 April 2019 Page 4 of 4 11. The granting of the proposed variance will not in any way impair health, safety, comfort or morals, or in any other respect be contrary to the intent of this chapter. The proposed changes to the existing decks will not impair the health, safety, comfort or morals of the public. This criterion is met. 12. The granting of such variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate demonstrable difficulty. This statement is true. The Commission may recommend or Council may impose conditions in granting of variances. Any conditions imposed must be directly related to and must bear a rough proportionality to the impact created by the variance. No variance shall be granted or changed beyond the use permitted in this chapter in the district where such land is located. Practical Difficulties Statement Applicant has provided supporting documentation regarding the applicable Practical Difficulties attached as Exhibit B, and should be asked for additional testimony regarding the application. Practical Difficulties Analysis Staff finds due to the nature of the lot and the applied setbacks there are practical difficulties supporting granting the average lakeshore setback variance for the changes to the lakeside deck in conjunction with a near in-kind replacement. The applicant’s desire to utilize the existing footprint in a slightly more functional footprint orientation is reasonable. Public Comments To date, no public comments have been received. Issues for Consideration 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official control? 2. Does the Planning Commission find that the variance(s), if granted, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood? 3. Does the Commission find it necessary to impose conditions in order to mitigate the impacts created by the granting of the requested variance(s)? 4. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? Planning Staff Recommendation Planning Staff recommends approval. List of Exhibits Exhibit A. Application Summary Exhibit B. Practical Difficulties Documentation Form Exhibit C. Existing Survey Exhibit D. Aerial Photos Exhibit E. Proposed Plans Exhibit F. Site Photos Exhibit G. Submitted Hardcover Calculations Exhibit H. Property Owners List Exhibit I. Plat Map