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7/15/2021 View File Exhibit B <br /> PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM <br /> LA21-000048 <br /> 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not <br /> permitted by the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: The purpose of the variance request and proposed modifications of adding a second story <br /> which will move bedrooms upstairs and provide more living space are residential in nature and <br /> consistent with activities permitted by the Zoning Chapter for residential living. <br /> 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created <br /> by the landowner. <br /> Response: The variance request is not a result of something created by us the property owner and is <br /> unique to this property as the house where it sits is already over the average lakeshore setback. <br /> 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. <br /> Response: The variance for the proposed modifications will not significantly alter the character of the <br /> lot as both adjacent property owners will still be able to enjoy lake views from their properties. <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: The variance is being requested as due to the average lakeshore setback calculation per • <br /> the city statutes our house is already proud of that line in its entirety so any modifications made to <br /> the house need to be approved and are not a result of anything economic related. <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 does not apply as the variance for proposed modifications are not a result of any <br /> intent/request by us related to direct sunlight enhancements and/or solar energy systems. <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: The variance requested as a result of the proposed modifications are consistent with land <br /> use per the zoning for this property so this criteria does not apply <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 criteria does not apply. <br /> • <br /> 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such <br /> property or immediately adjoining property. <br /> https://www2.citizenserve.com/Admin/PermitController?Action=ListPermits&Workorder_ID=83435000&ciDisplay=null&getPrint=true 1/2 <br />