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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO 6500 b. A new residence on the Property is currently under construction. c. With a total of 25% overall hardcover, the Property will conform to the hardcover limitations of a Tier 1 lot. d. The proposed retaining wall within the 75 -foot setback area will have no impact on surrounding lands. Drainage patterns for runoff leaving the site are not proposed to be significantly altered. e. The proposed retaining wall will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood and because of the proposed location will result in minimal or no negative impact on adjacent properties. f. The project will not adversely impact views of the lake currently enjoyed by the adjacent properties; because of the topography, existing boathouse elevation. and proposed location of the wall, the proposed retaining wall plan will not be apparently visible when viewed from the lake. g. The Owner proposes to use the Property in a reasonable manner, however, the proposed use is not permitted by the official controls.. The walls are necessary in order to retain the slope. h. The plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the Property not created by the Owner. The Owner is replacing previously existing walls with new, reconfigured walls which will have less visual impact than the previously existing walls. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. k. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property. I. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which the land is located. m. The granting of the variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the Owners. Page 2 of 5