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Subject: Request for Variance for a new deck within the average lakeshore setback <br /> <br />Dear Members of the Orono City Council, <br />We are writing to formally request a variance to install a new deck within the average <br />lakeshore setback of the property of Mia Swenson at 875 Forest Arms Lane. Our request is <br />driven by the need to replace an existing deck found to be in poor condition and which <br />already exists within the setback in question. <br />The new deck footprint, while extending further East along the back of the house, would be <br />less square footage than what is existing. The current structure measures 707 square feet, <br />while the new deck is proposed at 688 square feet. We would be eliminating the space <br />along the West end of the deck that extends along the back side of the house. The new <br />deck will provide better space for foot traffic between floors and provide a safer space for <br />enjoying the lakeshore. Materials include new KDAT treated framing, all-weather Azek <br />decking and fascia, and new Aluminum railings. <br />The deck services two existing patio doors and provides a means of access to the <br />backyard. It currently stands more than 250 feet from the shoreline and is not proposed to <br />exceed that with the new design. While both the new and existing structures fall within the <br />sightline setback, the neighboring properties are positioned in such a way that this <br />structure does not impede their view of the lake in any way. <br />We kindly request your consideration of our request. Granting this variance will not only <br />help us address the immediate concern of needing to replace a failing, old structure but <br />would also contribute to the long-term preservation of the properties on Lake Minnetonka. <br />We appreciate your attention to this matter and welcome any additional questions you may <br />have. We look forward to your favorable decision and would be happy to attend any <br />relevant hearings or meetings to discuss our request in more detail. <br />Thank you for your time and consideration. <br /> <br />Outdoor Excapes of Lake Minnetonka on behalf of Mia Swenson <br />BC#653834 <br /> <br />32