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3/9/23,12:36 PM Permit Details I Citizenserve PCExhibit B <br /> PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM <br /> LA23-000008 <br /> 1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not <br /> permitted by the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: Yes, currently single family home and will remain so. <br /> 2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created <br /> by the landowner. <br /> Response: The landowner of 1340 Vine Place in Orono is requesting a variance to the average <br /> lakeshore setback due to the unique characteristics of the property due to being situated on the inside <br /> corner of an inlet bay make the average lakeshore setback impractical. The improvement to the <br /> existing structure is no more intrusive to the setback than the existing structure. The improvements <br /> including the attachment of the garage and the new exterior cladding and windows will make the <br /> property more aesthetically pleasing and improve the existing conditions without any additional harm <br /> to neighboring properties or the environment. The hardcover percentage after the improvements will <br /> drop to below 25%. <br /> 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. <br /> Response: Correct, it will improve the existing conditions <br /> 4. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties if reasonable use <br /> for the property exists under the terms of the Zoning Chapter. <br /> Response: NA <br /> 5. Practical difficulties include, but are not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight <br /> for solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth-sheltered construction as <br /> defined in Minnesota Statutes, Section 1163.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this <br /> Chapter. <br /> Response: NA <br /> 6. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance any <br /> use that is not allowed under this Chapter for property in the zone where the affected <br /> person's land is located. <br /> Response: NA <br /> 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family <br /> dwelling as a two-family dwelling. <br /> Response: NA <br /> 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such <br /> property or immediately adjoining property. <br /> Response: NA <br /> https:l/www5.citizenserve.com/Admin/PermitController?Action=DisplayPermitDetail&SelectedTab=Permits&Permit ID=11486154&WorkOrder ID=866... 1/2 <br />