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Ojvo CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL yF G, NO.7249 kESH the use and enjoyment of property in the area,provided the dock does not impact an established channel into the lake.The LMCD also reviews preservation of the channel. 10. Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses;No screening is proposed or recommended. 11. Not create a nuisance which generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, dust, electrical interference,general unsightliness,or other means;No testimony has been offered that suggests the dock will establish a nuisance. 12. Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or unsafe access; The permanent nature of the dock will not increase traffic. 13. Designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact; The dock built for the floodplain will not impact the natural features of the lake. 14. All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right-of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts;no lighting is proposed and; 15. Not detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare. The dock is not expected to introduce hazards. CONCLUSIONS,ORDER AND CONDITIONS: Based upon one or more of the above findings,the Orono City Council hereby grants a variance to Orono Municipal Zoning Code Section 78-1118 to allow for construction of a permanent dock extending into the floorplain,subject to the following conditions: 1. Council approval is based on the entire record,above Findings. 2. All requirements of the DNR,Lake Minnetonka Conservation District,and the Watershed District shall be followed. 3. The approved project shall follow the submitted plans depicted on the attached Exhibit A 4. The project shall not impact or interfere with the existing sewer and city utilities. 5. The path through the shore land restoration easement be no wider than 4 feet. 3