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A lot area variance is required due to the lot being 11,888.75 s.f. (.27 acre) where 43, 560 s.f. is required in the LR-IB zoning district. An accessory' building variance is required because Orono zoning code does not permit an accessory building on a property without a principal structure. Currently there is an existing accessory building (detached garage - 20’ x 22’) located on the property. A garage is not proposed in the new residence plans, so this building will be the only garage/storage facility on the property. The applicants have submitted building plans for a new residence and the detached accessory building will remain. Hardcover: A hardcover variance in the 500-1000’ setback zone is required because access to the detached garage is in the 500-1000’ setback zone. This area is a very small portion of the property. It is also the only access to the garage and is provided via a driveway easement at the rear of the property. (Exhibit C). There is no feasible way to reduce the area of the driveway yet have it remain functional. The parking area adjacent to Highwood Road will also be retained. It is necessary given the narrowness of that road. Note that the 250-500’ setback zone will be at 29.3% where 30% is allowed. Crediting the 500- 1000’ setback zone with the unused 250-500’ hardcover (77 s.f.) reduces the 500-1000' overage to just 109 s.f Statement of Hardship: This is an existing lot which was platted prior to current zoning standards. 1 here is no additional land to combine with the property. The detached garage is in good condition and will be used as a garage. Issues for Consideration: 1. The lot w as platted prior to current zoning requirements. 2. A residence previously existed on the property. 3. The detached accessory building is in good structural condition. «02-2760 Jim Cusack 4140 Highwood Road Variances 3/l3.'2002 Page 2