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CITY OF ORONO-VARIANCE APPLICATION 1340 Baldur Park Rd., Orono, l\l1N 55391 ~/t/t./01 DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST Describe request_ in detail: Applicant respectfully requests lakeshore setback and hardcover variances required to replace a nonconforming two-family residence with a conforming single-family residence on a½ acre lot (21,559 sq. ft.) zoned LR-IC. The new construction will reduce ~ver in the 0-75' zone by-418 sq. ft. and will reduce hardcover in the 75 -250' (" zone by~sq. ft. The new home will be no closer to the lake than the existing 4f '2 rt structure, which is 48' back from elevation 929.4. The proposed structure meets side- yard setback, front-yard setback and 15% maximum structural coverage requirements, while curing an existing lot line/side-yard encroachment. HARDSHIP/DESCRIPTION OF UNUSUAL PROPERTY CONDITIONS Describe undue hardship or practical difficulty or unusual property conditions preventing compliance with Zo~g Code requirements: A hardship exists in the fact that 79% of the lot area (17,021 sq. ft.) falls within the O - 75' lakeshore setback zone, leaving only a long and very narrow building envelope of26' tapering to 12' in width. The applicant's architect has worked with diligence and sensitivity to the site to provide a responsible solution to satisfy very challenging zoning requirements. The plan preserves existing trees and topography, while substantially reducing hardcover. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION APPLICANT THINKS APPROPRIATE On several occasions, applicant has met with city staff for guidance in approaching this hardship; staff's courteous and professional advice has been greatly appreciated. At staffs direction, the proposed structure has been located to eliminate the side-yard encroachment, and the originally proposed garage was rotated 90 degrees to eliminate need for a front-yard setback variance and to help reduce access hardcover in the O -75' zone. Staff's suggestion that hardcover be reduced has been accomplished. B