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Bordcovcr: The property is located in the Shoreland area. It is located within the 500* • 1.000* setback to the high water level of French Lake. The total proposed hardcover is 3,536 s.f. (21.5%) where 5,759 s.f. (35%) is allowed. Total lot area is 16,455 s.f. New Hardcover 672 s.f. for the new detached garage 144 s.f. for the new driveway access STATEMENT OF HARDSHIP Applicant's hardship is included with Exhibits A and B. The applicant should also be asked for their testimony regarding this issue. Criteria for Determining Undue Hardship 1. The property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under conditions allowed by the official controls. The property is being put to a reasonable use because it contains a single family residence. 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The garage would be constructed with the doors facing towards Minnetonka Avenue which is consistent with other garages in the neighborhood. IVhat circumstances prohibit placement ofthe garage between the tree and the house to allowfor a greater street setback? 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. The variance would not change the character ofthe locality. The development pattern ofthe lot is in character with the general development pattern of the Crystal Bay neighborhood 4. Economic considerations alone shall not constitute an undue hardship if reasonable use for the property exists under the terms of this chapter. Economic factors are not a consideration. 5. Undue hardship also includes, but is not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Solar access is not a consideration. 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance fqr any use that is not permitted under this Chapter for the property in the zone where •Ol-tm Mkhail mi Monica Brown 1341 Brow* Rood So«di IQtIVOI rifcJors