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PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM <br /> LA20-000056 <br /> he property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by <br /> t. Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: The property owner intends to use the space for the exact same purpose as it is currently being <br /> used. <br /> 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the <br /> landowner. <br /> Response: Due to the original placement of this structure it is to close to the property line to make any <br /> changes to the roof line of shell of the structure. Currently the structure is in disarray and making the <br /> proposed changes will greatly improve the entire neighborhood. <br /> 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. <br /> Response: Granting the variance will enhance the character of the local <br /> 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use for <br /> the property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: There is no economic benefit to this request <br /> 5. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for <br /> s—'ar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth-sheltered construction as defined in <br /> nesota Statutes, Section 1163.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this Chapter. <br /> Response: The practical difficulty of this proposal falls on the side yard setback. The homeowner did not <br /> create the location of the existing structure, their goal is to improve the existing local and rebuild the existing <br /> structure to better fit into the neighborhood. <br /> 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance any use <br /> that is not allowed under this Chapter for property in the zone where the affected person's land <br /> is located. <br /> Response: The proposal fits under the existing chapter for this zone <br /> 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family dwelling as <br /> a two-family dwelling. <br /> Response: Does not apply <br /> 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such <br /> property or immediately adjoining property. <br /> Response: Yes this is particular due to the placement of the original structure <br /> 9. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said <br /> I 1 is located. <br /> Response: Does not apply <br /> 10. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a <br />