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Hardcover Calculations: Hardcover Total Area in Allowed Existing Zone Zone Hardcover Hardcover 0-75 9,180 s.f. 0 s.f 0 s.f. * (0%) (0%) 75 -250 21,060 s.f. 5,265 s.f. 5,965 s.f. * (25%) (28%) 250-500 15,160 s.f. 4 ,548 s.f. 2,960 s.f. * (30%) (19.5%) * After exclusion of fabric or plastic-lined landscape beds Side Yard Setback Variance #04-2970 January 20, 2003 Page 4 of 7 Proposed Hardcover 0 s.f. (0%) 5,785 s.f. (27%) 2,960 s.f. (19.5%) The applicant is proposing to change a flat roof to a pitched roof, including raising the ceiling, at the southeastern corner of the home . The height increase, from the top of the current roof to the pitch of the new roof, will be approximately 11 '. The current setback in this location is 18' when 30' is required by the Zoning District. No footprint expansion is proposed. Average Lakeshore Setback Variance The applicant's home was constructed in 1950 in the location indicated on the survey. All City records indicate that the home all City codes in effect at that time. Because the proposal involves additional structure, and the home no longer meets the average lakeshore setback of approximately 180', a variance is required . Hardcover Variance The proposed roof change will not increase hardcover on the property, however the proposed car port will move around the hardcover somewhat. The existing property meets hardcover requirements in the 0-75' and 250-500' zones, but is non-conforming in the 75-250' zone where 28% (5,965 s.f.) currently exists causing the need for a hardcover variance. Hardship Statement Applicant has provided a brief hardship statement in Exhibit B, and should be asked for additional testimony regarding the application. Hardship Analysis In considering applications for variance, the Planning Commission shall consider the effect of the proposed variance upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values of property in the surrounding area. The Planning Commission shall consider recommending approval for variances from the literal provisions of the Zoning Code in instances where their strict enforcement would cause undue hardship because of circumstances unique to the individual property under consideration, and shall recommend approval only when it is demonstrated that such actions will be in keep inf! with the spirit and intent of the Orono Zoninf! Code.