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1. 2. 4. 5. 6. The property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under conditions allowed by the official controls. The property can continue to be used as a residence without the variances. However, the existing residence has a 905 sq. ft. footprint. Additions were made in 1956 and 1964. The applicants are asking for variances to increase the amount of space in their home and improve the flow of the floor plan, maximize lake views, add living space juid upgrade bathrooms. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The situation is caused by the existing residence being located forward of the average lakeshore setback and in the top of the bluff setback area. A hardco'^er variance could be eliminated if the sidewalk and driveway turnaround were removed, however, staff is not recommending that this non-structural hardcover be removed. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. If the variances are granted, the second story addition will not interfere with views from adjacent property nor have an impact on the ravine. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or inunediately adjoining property. The existing residence was constructed before the current zoning regulations. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. The subject lot is unique due to its location near the ravine, the topography of the lot and the need to retain the sidewalk and driveway turnaround, and the proximity of the adjacent residences and the average lakeshore setback. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. The applicant should provide his testimony regarding the need to maintain his property rights by constructing a second story addition. The granting of such variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate demonstrable hardship or difficulty. t2368 KirkOtteson 710 North Arm Drive July 20,1998 page-^4 I 1 1