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one-story structure that requires variance to expand in any matter of massing or expansion with <br /> a new footprint. This is a unique circumstance for the city of Orono and not consistent with other <br /> surrounding properties in the area. <br /> The home has been vacant for many years and has been a challenge to work with for all the <br /> previous Owners. The updates/remodel we proposed will improve both the function and the <br /> aesthetic of the home significantly without imposing on our neighbors. We have discussed and <br /> reviewed the plans with our adjacent neighbors who support the design. <br /> - The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such <br /> property: <br /> YES, this is one of the most unique existing structures in the city. We are looking to have <br /> support in our design and the project to create a home that we can enjoy and raise our family. <br /> We are not looking to set a precedent with this request and understand the uniqueness of what <br /> we are asking for. <br /> - the granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a <br /> substantiation property right of the applicant: <br /> YES, we are looking to keep the structure of the home which minimizes other environmental <br /> preservation to the lakeshore with a full removal of the structure. With the addition of the 2 nd floor <br /> we will be able to accommodate the space needed for a family of five. <br /> Thank you for your consideration and review of this request and application. <br /> C. Lakeshore Setback <br /> D. Allowable Encroachments for Life Safety Measures <br /> QUESTIONS OF THE APPLICATION : <br /> The information provided by the applicant will be used in determining whether to approve or <br /> deny the request. <br /> 1) The variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of Chapter Two, City Code of <br /> Ordinances : <br /> The variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent. We are renovating an existing <br /> legally nonconforming structure and seeking to improve and/or maintain the current legal <br /> nonconformity of the structure. The intent and use of the property remains the same as a <br /> single-family structure. <br /> 2) The variance is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and will not alter the essential <br /> character of the locality? <br /> Yes, the variance is consistent with the current Comprehensive plan and will be used as a <br /> residential single family home.