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The applicant is proposing to add hardcover in the 0-75' setback where 555.5 ft. is existing and 569 ft. is proposed for an increase of 13.5 ft. The amount of hardcover proposed in the 0-75' setback represents 4.06% of the lot area in the setback. The applicant is also proposing to add hardcover in the 75-250' setback, however, no variance is required. STATEMENT OF HARDSHIP The applicant has indicated that the house was built in front of the adjacent properties. The applicant states that the proposed improvements will not impact the sight lines of either adjacent property. The applicant notes that on the survey the deck and stairway appear to be farther than 75' from the lakeshore because of the topography. Criteria for Determining I Jntliie Hardship 1.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 for residential use without the improvements. The applicant should provide testimony as to the reasonable use of the structure without the improvements. 2.The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The lot is irregular shaped and has steep slopes to the shoreline. The house was constructed before the current regulations. 3. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. The variance for hardcover in the 0-75' setback, average lakeshore setback, and lakeshore setback will not change the character of the area. 4.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. M2243 John D. Black 4030 Dahl Rd, 6/19/97 Page 3