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FILEt04-2990 <br />S March 2004 <br />Pa0a4of4 <br />requesting a hardcover variance xvithin the 75*-250’ zone for 44,98% where 25% is <br />normally allowed. <br />The adjacent homes have hardcover in the 75’- 250’ setback zone between 30%-50,4%. <br />The applicants’ request does not seem to be out of line for this neighborhood <br />Hardship Statement <br />Applicants have completed the Hardcover Documentation Form attached as Exhibit B. <br />and should be asked for additional testimony regarding the application. <br />Hardship Analysis <br />in considering applications for variance, the nannlng CommUthn shall consider the effect of the <br />proposed variance upon the health, sttfeiy and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic <br />eondUeus, light and air, danger of fire, rbh to the public safety, and the effect an values of property in <br />the surrounding area. The Piannlng Commission ^aO consider recommending approval for variances <br />from the literal provisions of the Zoning Code In Instances where their strict enforcement would cause <br />undue hardship because of circumstances unigue to the Individual property under consideration, and <br />shaU recommend approval only when It H demonstrated that such actions wUI be in keeping with the <br />spirit and Intent of the Orono Zoning Code. <br />Staff fmds that due to the size of the lot there is a hardship in order to grant the variances <br />requested. The existing hardcover on the property is 11% in the 0-75’ zone and 47% <br />within the 75’-250’ zone. The he applicants are reducing the overall and all of the <br />setbacks will be met with the new residence. The proposed deck is minimal, only 121 s.f. <br />and meets all of the setbacks. <br />bsues for Consideration <br />Arc there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br />Staff Recommendation <br />Planning Staff recommends approval of the variances as requested.