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3. The variances, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. The variances for hardcover, structural overage and street setback will not change the character of the area. The Board of Appeals and Adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance for any use that is not permitted under this Chapter for the property in the zone where the affected person's land is located. A garage of the proposed size is permitted in this zoning district. The special conditions applying to th^ structure of land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property. Many lots in the vicinity do not meet the minimum zoning district requirements. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. Most properties in the area have garages, while the subject property does not. While the garages on the adjacent properties appear to meet street setback requirements, most along the east side ofTonkawa Road do not. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The application can be revised to reduce the magnitude of the variances required. The granting of such variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary' to alleviate demonstrable hardship or difficulty. Due to the limited lot size and the size ofthe existing residence, it is difficult for the applicant to construct an adequate garage and driveway that meets all zoning district requirements. Issues 1.The lot area and width do not meet zoning district standards, which impedes meeting zoning district requirements, particularly hardcover. U2292 Tom Okerstrom 770 Tonkawa Road Variances March 16. 1998 Page 4