07-16-2018 Planning Commission Packet

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Letter View PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM LA18-000061 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the Zoning Chapter. Response: Variance approval request is based on requirement to build a reasonably sized single family home suited for lot and neighborhood without impact on neighbors, neighborhood, city, or the environment. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. Response: The setbacks are 50 foot front & rear. We would like to apply for lot & width variance . We would like to apply for a 30 foot front setback. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Response: No it will not. The project will result in a 2 -story, 4 bedroom home that will add to the character of the Neighborhood. 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use for the property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. Response: With current setbacks , a single family home of desirable style and size and placement is not possible. S. 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: NA 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: Single family homes are allowed in a Tier 3 Zone 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one -family dwelling as a two-family dwelling. Response: NA 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property. Response: No. Most of the lots in the neighborhood do not currently adhere to present setback restrictions. Most of the houses on Crestview have 30 foot setbacks. 9. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. Response: Most of the lots in the neighborhood do not currently adhere to present setback restrictions. 10. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a file: ///or -mail/ ... 061%20(275%20Crestview%20Ave)%20Var/Submittals/Practical%20Difficulties%20Documentation%20Form%20(10).htm[7/10/2018 8:07:53 AM]