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0 0 <br /> CITY of ORONO <br /> RESOLUTIONF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> 9kESH0 NO. 3 6 8 3 <br /> A. The existing residence to be removed is non-conforming in that it is less <br /> than 30' from the side lot line and less than 75' from the shoreline of <br /> Lake Minnetonka. Further, the existing hardcover on the property i <br /> excessive as compared to the hardcover limits imposed by the Orono <br /> Zoning Code. <br /> B. The existing residence will be removed and will be replaced by a new <br /> residence structure including decks, sidewalks and driveway, all of which <br /> meet the 75' lakeshore setback, 30' side setbacks and 25% hardcover limit <br /> within the 75-250' lone. The proposed site plan meets these requirements <br /> within the confines of the existing substandard area and width lot. The <br /> property, while in a 2 acre zone, is provided with municipal sewer which <br /> eliminates any concerns about septic system needs. <br /> C. The curved shoreline configuration results in the need for an average <br /> lakeshore setback encroachment of 13' by the house and 19' by the decks. <br /> Neither of the adjacent residence structures will have existing views of <br /> the lake impacted by the proposed construction, and in fact their views <br /> of the lake may be improved by removal of the existing house. <br /> D. The City Engineer has reviewed and approved the proposed site grading <br /> and drainage plans. <br /> 4. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and <br /> recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments <br /> by the applicant and the effect of the proposed variance on the health, safety and <br /> welfare of the community. <br /> 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar <br /> to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district.. that <br /> granting the variances would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor <br /> pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely <br /> serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate a <br /> demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial <br /> property right of the applicant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and <br /> intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. <br /> Paue 2 of 5 <br />