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FILE#LA21-000047 19 July 2021 Page 3 of 6 • Section 78-1680 and 78-1700—Hardcover Calculations: Stormwater Total Area Allowed Overlay in Zone Hardcover Existing Hardcover Proposed Hardcover District Tier Tier 1 801,054 s.f. 200,263 s.f. 72,718 s.f. 3,378 123,110 s.f. 3,300 (25%) (9%) w/in 75' (15%) w/in 75' *Overall hardcover calculations pulled from the 2019 application#LA19-000039 Applicable Regulations: Hardcover and Lake Setback Variances (Sections 78-1279 and 78-1680) The use of the 18+acre property is for a summer camp and the improvements are minimal. Overall hardcover is proposed to be approximately 15%of the total site area where 25% is permitted. Due to the nature of the use, some of the improvements are at or near lake level. The existing boat building is 169.5 square feet and has an "L" shaped footprint. It is proposed to be replaced with a square 256 square foot building (an increase of 86.5 square feet). Within this project area there is 446.5 square feet of hardcover which includes the existing building and different wooden walkways.The project will result in 673 square feet of hardcover in this area,which is an increase of 226.5 square feet. With the exception of the boat building footprint increase the additional 140 square feet of hardcover is the result of the boardwalk type walkways which will allow for individuals with disabilities to better access the building from the lake. Governing Regulation:Variance(Section 78-123) In reviewing applications for variance, the Planning Commission shall consider the effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values of property in the surrounding area. The Planning Commission shall consider recommending approval for variances from the literal provisions of the Zoning Code in instances where their strict enforcement would cause practical difficulties because of circumstances unique to the individual property under consideration, and shall recommend approval only when it is demonstrated that such actions will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Orono Zoning Code. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. Practical difficulties also 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 Minn. Stat. §216C.06, subd. 14, when in harmony with this chapter. The board or the council may not permit as a variance any use that is not permitted under this chapter for property in the zone where the affected person's land is located.The board or council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family dwelling as a two-family dwelling. According to MN §462.357 Subd. 6(2)variances shall only be permitted when: 1. The variance is in harmony with the general intent and purpose of the Ordinance.The proposed variances take into consideration storm water,drainage,safety, protection of sensitive areas,as well as access and mobility options for all of the camp users.The use for a camp on this size property follows the general intent of the ordinance.The enlargement of an existing non-conforming structure is not in harmony with the intent of the ordinance. 2. The variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Similar to Orono's 2040 Comprehensive Plan,Camp TEKO's design philosophies include maintaining the natural • character of the site,minimizing impacts such as hardcover,grading,tree removal,and the control of storm water runoff to Lake Minnetonka.