08-19-2019 Planning Commission Packet

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PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM LA19-000057 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the Zoning Chapter. Response: This is a required function for a golf course. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. Response: The setbacks on two sides of the site and the existing golf course create minimal building area for the replacement of the existing facilities. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Response: The new facilities will improve the essential character of the locality. 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use for the property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. Response: Please see the attached narrative. 5. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth sheltered construction as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Section 1163.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this Chapter. Response: N/A 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance any use that is not allowed under this Chapter for property in the zone where the affected person's land is located. Response: N/A 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family dwelling as a two-family dwelling. Response: N/A 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property. Response: Please see the attached narrative. 9. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. Response: The functions that are being replaced are typical for a golf course.