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m GITYofORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. _______ 3. 4. 5. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on September 16, 1991 and June 18, 1992 and recommended approval of the proposed variances based upon the following findings: a) The gazebo/bathhouse structure has existed on the property prior to 1968, Current standards for development of lakeshore properties were adopted in 1973 by the City. b) The structural improvements completed for the gazebo/bathhouse structure did not involve expansion of the existing building envelope of structure nor did it involve an intensification of structure. c) There currently exists 4,554 s.f, or 43.28% hardcover within the 75-250' setback area. Applicant proposes the removal of 1,105.05 s.f. or 10.53% of existing hardcover to offset proposed structural improvements. d) The current proposal minimizes the impact on existing steeper topographies to south side of property. 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 right of the applicant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. 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 health, safety and welfare of the community. Page 2 of 6