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A)The approach we're requesting is being done with the intention of bringing the spirit <br /> back to this site and so it can work harmoniously with the neighborhood.Our intent is <br /> to add beauty to the already charming,yet eclectic,character found in the surrounding <br /> homes.We are also trying to work forth right at the request of the city of Orono,via <br /> FEMA to remove an existing structure from a flood plain. In addition,we would like to <br /> attempt to reduce some of the roof height by transitioning to a flat roof structure,but in <br /> doing so,we would need to increase the"rebuild"volume to allow for adequate thermal <br /> protection above the exterior wall so our structure can meet energy code compliances. <br /> All the while allowing us to minimally adjust the existing contours and keep as many of <br /> the mature trees as we can in the 75' lakeside side back. <br /> B)Our alteration is being done to provide a positive effect by embracing the <br /> neighborhood's eclectic charm. Even though we're requesting to increase the garage <br /> elevation by.5' and the Guest house floor by.7'we are overall reducing the height of the <br /> structure.Additional,with these elevation increases,this will allow for a minimum <br /> standard garage door to be installed,there by allow us to use(3) parking stalls,which <br /> reduces the number vehicle in the street and driveway and will seamlessly laces into the <br /> existing site's contours with minimal disturbance to the existing grade and surrounding <br /> mature trees. <br /> Additionally City Code 78-123 provides additional parameters within which a variance may be <br /> granted as follows: <br /> 4.Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. <br /> 4110 Agree.A) The variance request for this structure has nothing to do with an economic <br /> decision.It is based on ordinances and thoughtful placement for neighbors,and attempting <br /> to rebuild using current construction methods and energy compliant codes. <br /> Agree. B)The variance request for this structure has nothing to do with an economic <br /> decision. It is based on recreating a similar structure in its place while making keen <br /> decisions on elevation placements,thoughtful water management strategies and using <br /> current construction standards to allow this structure to be used the way it was intended to <br /> be used. <br /> 5.Practical difficulties also include but are not limited to inadequate access to direct sunlight for <br /> solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth-sheltered construction as defined in <br /> Minn. Stat. §216C.06,subd. 2,when in harmony with Orono City Code Chapter 78. <br /> OK <br /> 6. The board or the council may not permit as a variance any use that is not permitted under <br /> Orono City Code Chapter 78 for property in the zone where the affected person's land is located. <br /> OK <br /> • <br /> 3 <br />