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B. C. D. E. F. The only variance sought for the improvement is a side setback iance from the east lot line. The existing elevations and the mature vegetation will minimize impact of second story expansion on residence to east. Staff has received no negative comments from adjacent neighbors who have signed acknowledgment forms. The existing structure consists of only one bedroom and is incapable of supporting the needs of a growing family. The residence structure is located 7’2" from the east side lot line and the existing fireplace is 4 ’8". The proposed improvements will extend no closer to east lot line. 4. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to .her 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 diffiv ly; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. 5. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments by the applicant and the effect of the proposed variance on the healtJi, safety and welfare of the community. CONCLUSIONS, ORDER AND CONDITIONS Based upon one or more of the above findings, the Orono City Council hereby grants a variance to Municipal Zoning Code Section 10.25, Subdivision 6 (B) to permit the construction of a second story above an existing single story residence to be located 4 ’8" from east side lot line requiring a 5*4" or 54% variance, subject to the following conditions: Page 2 of 5