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Project Narrative <br />This variance application proposes improvements to an existing single-family residence located <br />at 3590 North Shore Drive. The project involves the construction of a full second floor within <br />the existing building footprint, replacing the current partial second floor that has limited and <br />sloped headroom. <br />The existing structure is a legally nonconforming residence that was established prior to <br />adoption of current zoning regulations. The home encroaches approximately five (5) feet into <br />the front -yard setback, approximately two (2) feet into the side -yard setback, and a portion of <br />the footprint lies within the required lake setback. These conditions are documented on the <br />Existing Conditions Survey. <br />The proposed project does not increase the building footprint, lot coverage, impervious surface <br />area, or the degree of encroachment into any required setback. No lateral expansion within the <br />setback area is proposed. The scope of work is limited to vertical construction within the <br />existing footprint to create a full second floor with uniform nine (9) foot ceiling heights <br />throughout, replacing the existing configuration that has substantially reduced and <br />nonfunctional headroom. <br />Due to the size, shape, and shoreline orientation of the lot, the buildable area outside all <br />required setbacks is extremely limited, making relocation of the structure impractical. The <br />proposed improvements represent the minimum relief necessary to allow reasonable use of <br />the existing residence while maintaining established neighborhood and shoreline character. <br />The use of the property will remain a single-family dwelling, consistent with the zoning district <br />and surrounding properties. An adjacent property owner has reviewed the proposed plans and <br />has indicated no objection to the project. <br />81 <br />