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CITY OF ORONO <br /> RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> NO. 7009 <br /> FS Ho <br /> G <br /> 1. This application was reviewed as Zoning File #LA19-000048. The analysis contained <br /> within staff memos and the exhibits attached to the aforesaid memos, all minutes from the <br /> above mentioned meetings, and any and all other materials distributed at these meetings <br /> are hereby incorporated by reference. <br /> 2. The Property is located in the LR-1 C Zoning District. <br /> 3. The Property contains 0.48 acres in area and has a defined lot width of 78 feet. <br /> 4. The Property is within Tier 1 and hardcover is limited to 25 % according to the Stormwater <br /> Quality Overlay District. <br /> 5. Applicant has applied for the following variance[s]: <br /> a. Lot Area <br /> b. Lot Width <br /> c. Average Lakeshore Setback <br /> d. Hardcover <br /> 6. In considering this application for variance, the Council has considered the advice and <br /> recommendation of the Planning Commission and the effect of the proposed variance <br /> upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic <br /> conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values <br /> of property in the surrounding area. <br /> ANALYSIS: <br /> 1. "Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes <br /> and intent of the ordinance . . . ."The proposed variances are in harmony with the purpose of <br /> the Ordinance. The lot includes difficulties in its substandard size and width, and location of <br /> adjacent homes. <br /> 2. "Variances shall only be permitted . . . when the variances are consistent with the <br /> comprehensive plan." The proposed variances to develop a nonconforming lot of record are <br /> consistent with the comprehensive plan. <br /> 3. "Variances may be granted when the applicant for the variance establishes that there are <br /> practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance. `Practical difficulties,' as used in <br /> connection with the granting of a variance, means that: <br /> a. The property owner in question proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner, <br /> however, the proposed use is not permitted by the official controls. <br /> 2 <br />