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Exhibit B <br /> PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM <br /> LA21-000023 <br /> • <br /> 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not <br /> permitted by the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: Yes, 29-year residence of Orono, Mark and Jennifer Prueter, 3215 Crystal Bay Road <br /> respectfully request variances for removal of the existing 20 x 22 (440 sq. ft.) 1 story walkout garage <br /> to construct a new lstory walkout 22 x 24 (528 sq. ft.) garage in the rear of the property. <br /> 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created <br /> by the landowner. <br /> Response: The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by <br /> the landowner. The uniquely narrow, small size, location with respect the Three Rivers Park District <br /> Dakota Trail, the alley way, Crystal Bay Road, and required setbacks prevent a private garage <br /> footprint consistent with the neighborhood. The proposed hardcover level, rear yard setbacks and <br /> side yard setbacks are unique to the Property. <br /> 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. <br /> Response: The variances are requested in order to permit construction of a private garage detached <br /> garage designed to mirror style of the residence and fit the character of the neighborhood. <br /> 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use <br /> for the property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: Economic considerations are not influencing the decision to replace the existing garage <br /> and replace with a new detached garage. The existing detached garage is uniquely constructed with a <br /> wood supporting the parking area on first floor. Structure settling has heightened the desire to rebuild <br /> a new garage with concrete construction <br /> 5. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight <br /> for solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth-sheltered construction as <br /> defined in Minnesota Statutes, Section 116J.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this <br /> Chapter. <br /> Response: This condition is not applicable. <br /> 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance any <br /> use that is not allowed under this Chapter for property in the zone where the affected <br /> person's land is located. <br /> Response: This condition is not applicable. <br /> 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family <br /> dwelling as a two-family dwelling. <br /> Response: This condition is not applicable. <br /> 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such <br />