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statement of Hardihio ; <br />The applicants have included their statement of hardship in Exhibit E. The applicants should also <br />be asked for their testimony regarding this issue. <br />Issues for Consideration : <br />I. The property is three lots legally combined and extremely undersized for the RR-IB zoning <br />district, but similar in size to nearby developed lots in the Minnetonka Bluffs neighborhood. <br />2. The adjacent properties are developed, therefore there is not any additional land available to meet <br />the zoning requirements. <br />3. The steep topography of the lot makes placement of the residence difficult, forcing it into the <br />north half of the lot. <br />4. The proposed residence does meet City ordinance standards for structural lot coverage. <br />5. The proposed residence does meet City ordinance requirements for hardcover in the 500-1000' <br />setback zone. <br />6. The property was assessed for a sewer unit as part of the Minnetonka Blufls Sewer Project in the <br />early 1980's. A residence structure existed on the property prior to 1970. <br />7. Driveway access will be approved by the Public Services Director. <br />8. Other issues raised by the Planning Commission. <br />Staff Recommendation; <br />Staff recommends approval of the requested variances. <br />§01-2710 Donald & Joanne Davidson <br />568 Keene Avenue <br />Variances <br />9/14/2001 <br />Page 5