Resolution 7422 Variance 3359 Crystal Bay

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AWAT0 CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL t G~ NO. 7422 4"c sHO setback and hardcover variances.The current hardcover is over the limit at 39.4%and the additional hardcover needed to modernize the property will bring the total hardcover to 43.9%. The construction of a new home is in harmony with the general intent of the Ordinance due to the practical difficulties of the substandard lot size, substandard lot width, and existing conditions present. This criterion is met. 2. "Variances shall only be permitted . . . when the variances are consistent with the comprehensive plan." The variances resulting in a new single-family home is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.The applicant has identified the necessary practical difficulties inherent to the land supporting their requests. This criterion is met. 3. "Variances may be granted when the applicant for the variance establishes that there are practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance. `Practical difficulties,'as used in connection with the granting of a variance,means that: a. The property owner in question proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner, however, the proposed use is not permitted by the official controls. The construction of a new single-family is a reasonable use of the property. The proposed home will be located in a similar location to the existing home on the property. This criterion is met. b. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner. The existing house was not built by the current owners. The lot is substandard in area and width. The applicant is proposing to maintain a similar lake setback while adhering to the average lakeshore setback. The small lot size, substandard width, and existing improvements,such as Crystal Bay Road,are not the result of the current property owner's actions; and c. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality." The proposed variances resulting in the construction of a new home are supported by practical difficulties and will not alter the character of the area. The neighborhood along Crystal Bay Road is redeveloping and many of the properties require variances. The proposed home is in line with the neighboring homes along the street.This criterion is met. 4. "Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties." Economic considerations have not been a factor in the variance approval determination. 3