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��� • <br /> /� �� � <br /> � � o o . , <br /> ��6_ - CITY of ORONO <br /> � ti <br /> � �,'�' RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> ��`9IfESgpg'� NO. ��� � O i <br /> � �1 <br /> .. <br /> 3. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on March 18,2002 and <br /> recommended approval of the proposed variances based upon the following findings: <br /> : { . <br /> A. The property has been developed with a residential use since at least 1950. <br /> B. The site plan indicates the proposed setbacks meeting 10'side yard,35'front <br /> yard and 30' rear yard as required for LR-1B zoning district. ' <br /> C. The detached accessory building will be the only garage/storage space on the <br /> property. <br /> D. The lot size is consistent with that of other developed properties in the <br /> neighborhood. <br /> � E. The adjacent properties on either side of applicant's property are developed � <br /> with existing single family residences,hence no additional land is available <br /> to make the lot lazger. � <br /> F. The residence and garage meet the 15% lot coverage by structures for the <br /> property. � � <br /> G. The hardcover variance is necessary because the 500-1000' zone which <br /> contains the driveway, is a very small part of the rear of the lot. There is no <br /> other hardcover that can be removed to compensate. <br /> 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this properiy are peculiar to � <br /> � . � it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting <br /> � the variances will not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air, nor pose a fire <br /> hazazd or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a <br /> convenience to the applicants,but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship <br /> or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicants; <br /> and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and <br /> Comprehensive Plan of the City. <br /> 6. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and . <br /> recommendations of the Planning Commission,reports by City Staff,comments by <br /> • � the applicants and the effect of the proposed variances on the health, safety and <br /> welfare of the community. <br /> Page 2 of 6 � <br />