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FILE#LA19-00050 <br /> 15 July 2019 <br /> Page 4 of 4 <br /> natural shoreline view. In-ground stairs blend into the shoreline more effectively, but often <br /> require some slope stabilization. These are often used where the slope is minor, and better <br /> preserve the natural shoreline. <br /> Public Comments <br /> Public comments were received and are attached as Exhibit F. <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owner proposes to use the <br /> property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official control? <br /> 2. Does the Planning Commission find that the variance(s), if granted, will not alter the <br /> essential character of the neighborhood? <br /> 3. Does the Commission find it necessary to impose conditions in order to mitigate the <br /> impacts created by the granting of the requested variance(s)? <br /> 4. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Planning Staff Recommendation <br /> Planning Staff recommends approval of the variance permitting the retaining walls to support the <br /> stairs conditioned upon implementation of a landscape plan which screens the walls from the <br /> lake. <br /> List of Exhibits <br /> Exhibit A. Application Summary& Narrative <br /> Exhibit B. Practical Difficulties Documentation Form <br /> Exhibit C. Proposed Survey <br /> Exhibit D. Proposed Stair Plan and Cross Section <br /> Exhibit E. Submitted Hardcover Calculations <br /> Exhibit F. Neighbor Comments <br /> Exhibit G. Property Owners List <br /> Exhibit H. Plat Map <br />