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EAR 'd DSV UTE <br />• Architects • Builders • Real Estate - <br />2245 French Lake Road -Variance Narrative <br />February 9, 2026 <br />Honorable Council and Commissioners, <br />A variance was previously granted for 2245 French Lake Road for the construction of <br />a new home, including a swimming pool. The home is currently under construction. <br />This variance request is to change the location of the pool from what was previously <br />approved. A variance is required as the pool location and the home encroach into the <br />150-foot OHWL setback. <br />The pool location in the original proposal was at a low, walkout elevation between <br />the house and the septic system, requiring new retaining walls adjacent to the septic <br />system. The new proposed location is higher in elevation and off of the main level <br />where a patio was originally proposed. <br />The new location is desirable as it decreases the total proposed hardcover overall, <br />from 19.26% to 18.23%, and within the 150-foot setback, from 15.5% to 15.32%. <br />Additionally, it requires less regrading and eliminates the need for retaining walls in <br />close proximity to the septic mound. The new proposed pool location does not <br />extend beyond what was originally designed and approved. <br />As is in keeping with the originally approved variance application, this plan is in <br />harmony with the general intent of the ordinance and consistent with the <br />comprehensive plan. The unique nature of the property, including the site geometry, <br />existing vegetation, existing grade, and the location of a septic system, makes it <br />impractical to build within the required setbacks. The new home was built to be <br />smaller than the home previously on the property, maintains the essential character of <br />the locality, and is a reasonable use of the property. <br />We believe that this proposal is in keeping with the original variance request and the <br />requirements for granting a variance: it is in harmony with the general intent and <br />purpose of the ordinance, it is consistent with the comprehensive plan, and it meets <br />the practical difficulty criteria. Thank you for your consideration. <br />202 Water Street Suite 202, Excelsior, MN 55331 952.470.7416 <br />45 <br />