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Letter View file:///ci.orono.mn.us/...024%20(706%20North%20Arm%20Dr)%20VAR/Practical%20Difficulties%20Documentation%20Form%20(5).htm[4/15/2021 12:22:17 PM] PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM LA21-000024 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted bythe Zoning Chapter. Response: There will be no further encroachment towards the lake than 8 feet that was approved by the city on 10/1/2003 via the Site Plan. The plan is to have approximately a 36 by 8 foot square deck. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by thelandowner. Response: Wheelchair assessable is a concern. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Response: The next door neighbors have been consulted. Both parties have reviewed the deck proposaland do not object. Notes have been written for the city to review. 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use forthe property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. Response: The deck extension is do to a personal handicap. 5. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight forsolar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth-sheltered construction as defined inMinnesota Statutes, Section 116J.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this Chapter. Response: I believe this does not apply 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance any usethat is not allowed under this Chapter for property in the zone where the affected person's landis located. Response: Understood. 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family dwelling asa two-family dwelling. Response: My mother will be staying with me on occasion. This is a one family dwelling. 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to suchproperty or immediately adjoining property. Response: The deck extension does not impede with the site line from either neighbor as personal noteshave been written by the homeowners. 9. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which saidland is located. Response: I do not believe this is the case. 10. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of asubstantial property right of the applicant. Council Exhibit E LA21-24