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August 16,1998 City of Orono Zoning and Planning Commission 2750 Kelley Peirkway Orono, MN 55356 Re: Application for Variance at 500 Hanlon Avenue Dear Zoning and Planning Commission: We reside at 521 Hanlon Avenue, Orono, Minnesota. We are the adjacent property to the south of the Bennett household located at 500 Hanlon. We understand that the Bennetts are applying for a few variances for the construction of a 20 foot by 24 foot attached garage with a family room above. We understand that the Bennetts need a variance from the City because their proposed building will sit in an area that does not meet current setback and lot requirements. We have reviewed the footprint and building plans of the proposed Bennett construction project and realize their proposed building will sit approximately 9 feet from our property line and 12 feet from the alley which services our property. The proposed construction will sit less than a foot closer to our lot. We do not object to the City granting of variances for the Bennett building plan. We feel that their proposed building will not be significantly closer to our lot than their existing home. We also feel that it will be an improvement to the value and appearance of the entire neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration of this application. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us. Sincerely, Eric Welch Chnyn d MoM Ann Welch Residents at 521 Hanlon Avenue \: I c