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B. Variance STATEMENT OF HARDSHIP The applicant's statement of hardship is included as an attachment to this report. The applicant should also be asked for their testimony regarding this issue. Criteria for Determining Undue Hard<;}n‘p 1. 2. 4. 5. The property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under conditions allowed by the official controls. The applicants had considered adding to their home, but due to drainage problems on the lot the only way to gain additional indoor recreation space the applicant felt it was necessary to construct a detached accessory structure. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The lot has some drainage problems that may have impacts on the lot if the addition would be attached to the principsd residence. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. The structure will not change the appearance of the neighborhood. Economic considerations alone shall not constitute an undue hardship if reasonable use for the property exists under the terms of this chapter. Economic factors are not a consideration with this application. Undue hardship also includes, but is not limited to, inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Solar access is not a consideration. 6. 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. U2389DankU. Klulh 280! Fox Street Variance - Conditional Use Permit 7/20/98 Page 4 j I