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4/24/23, 4:34 PM Permit List I Citizenserve <br />PRACTICAL DIFFICULTIES DOCUMENTATION FORM <br />LA23-000021 <br />1. The property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not <br />permitted by the Zoning Chapter. <br />Response: In addition to the interior remodeling, siding, window and roof replacements, the <br />following items are being proposed: <br />1. deck replacement with minor re -design (squaring off the existing curved shape and relocating the <br />steps), <br />2. new entry and covered front stoop <br />3. 13' wide shed dormer out lake side of bonus room roof to allow for windows and a view of the lake <br />4. re -working the driveway and sidewalk <br />5. new roof trusses on the one-story side of the house (left side when facing) to allow a vaulted <br />ceiling in the master bedroom. The roof pitch remains as is, but the plate height is raised from 8' to 9' <br />to correspond with the adjacent eave line at the front entry. <br />None of these improvements impact the view of the lake from the neighors' homes. (see photos). <br />There are no additions planned, only improements to the existing structure footprint. <br />2. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created <br />by the landowner. <br />Response: The unique circumstances created by the "flag -shaped" lot (2697 Ethel Ave.) to the right <br />of and behind the Cadle property causes an extreme setback requirement. <br />3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. <br />Response: True. The new LP DiamondKote siding, Marvin windows, metal roof, maintenance -free <br />decking and cable railing along with the cedar -colored accent shakes and use of stone on the columns <br />at the entry are all congruent with the newer homes in the Casco Point area on Lake Minnetonka. <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: N/A <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 1161.06, Subd. 2, when in harmony with this <br />Chapter. <br />Response: N/A <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: N/A <br />7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one -family <br />https://www5.citizenserve.com/Admin/PerrnitController?Action=ListPermits&WorkOrder_ID=86778363&ciDisplay=null&getPrint=true&skipLoading=true 1/2 <br />