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, ` . � �� Cit o� ORONO � • RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL � NO. 2034 � • - • • C) decrease in hardcover of 1� with type of retention wall to be constructed; and to approve variances to the hardcover and setback standards for lakeshore properties based on the following findings and hardships : A) steep sloping topography immediately adjacent to house requires flat area for safe utilization of pool and rear yard - access to lake requires series of access stairs over steep sloped areas; B) adjacent yards do not have steep slopes as those found in the applicant's lakeshoie yard; • C) the improvements create no view barrier nor do they pose hazards for neighboring properties; . D) the improvement does not alter the character of the neighborhood and would appear the improvements are similar to the improvements within other lakeshore properties with steep sloped lake yards; E) the proposed improvements will have a positive effect on the surrounding property values;� F) the location of the 75 foot setback line in relation to rear of house; . G) the visual impact of structures within 75 foot setback area is lessened, for property is located on a lagoon and • not visible from main lake. 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this ' property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variances would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring properties; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is � necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is • necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the appli- cant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. . Page 2 of 5