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3. 4. 5. he Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on June 17, 1996 and on a \ote of 7 to 0 recommended approval of the proposed variances based upon the following findings: The proposal is to revise the existing shed type roof to a pitched roof more in keeping with the existing house. The revised roof line will enhance the integrity of the structure and will help it meet minimum energy code requirements. B The proposed roof revision constitutes no additional hardcover on the property. There is no extraneous hardcover on the property which can be removed. C.There is a hardship to the property ’ because the entire lot is within 75' of the lake, where no hardcover or structure would normally be allowed. D.The proposed roof revision has no impact on views of the lake enjoyed by neighboring properties, and technically due to the location of the adjacent street, there is no average lakeshore setback encroachment variance necessary. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments by the applicants and the effect of the proposed variance on the health, safety and welfare of the community. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variance would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property nght of the applicant; and would be in keeping with .he spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. Page 2 of 5 ■i