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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL fi NO. 7 2 1 3 <1 kESHOv-t conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values of property in the surrounding area. ANALYSIS: 1. "Variances shall only be permitted when they are in harmony with the general purposes and intent 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 intent for the proposed improvements is to increase accessibility for camp patrons and employees with disabilities and is in harmony with the intent of the ordinance. 2. "Variances shall only be permitted . . . when the variances are 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. Their accessibility needs cannot be met without the proposed hardcover changes and building improvements. 3. "Variances may be granted when the applicant for the variance establishes that there are practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance. `Practical difficulties,' as used in connection with the granting of a variance, means that: a. The property owner in question proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner, however, the proposed use is not permitted by the official controls. The Property is zoned LR-1B, one-family lakeshore residential district; the 18 acre camp is an existing conditional use within this District. This District is intended for a combination of medium-residential developments and limited agricultural activity that should not endanger the quality of runoff into Lake Minnetonka. Additionally, this Property also falls within the Shoreland Overlay District. The current use of the Property allows for preservation of open space and is reasonable for the size and location of the property. b. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The Property has approximately 1,500 lineal feet of shoreline on Lake Minnetonka. The site topography and beach characteristics make access to the lake challenging for individuals with mobility disabilities. The proposed improvements allow greater opportunity for accessibility for all users; 3