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.: ; <br /> FILE#07-3305 <br /> 12 September 2007 � <br /> Page 3 of 3 • <br /> Hardcover& Lake Setback Variances <br /> The applicant has slightly revised the proposed hardcover numbers from last month. The <br /> , resulting hardcover is still proposed to be slightly higher than existing within the 0�75' <br /> zone. <br /> Average Lakeshore Setback Variance <br /> The entire home on the property is located ahead of the average lakeshore setback 1'ine. <br /> Technically staff identifies this as a setback variance although it may be administratively <br /> granted due to the nature of the property. <br /> Hardship Analysis <br /> In considering applications for variance, the Planning Commission shall consider tlie effect of the <br /> proposed variance upon the/:ealth,safety and welfare of the community, exisiing and anticipated traffic <br /> conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the effect on values of property in <br /> the surrounding area. Tlie P[anning Commission sha[l consider recommending approva[ for variances <br /> from the literal provisions of the Zoning Code in instances wl:ere their strict enforcement would cause <br /> undue /iardship because of circumstances unique to the individual property under consideration, and <br /> shall recommend approval only when it is demonstrated tl:at such actions will be in keeping with the <br /> spirit and intent of t/ie Orono Zoning Code. <br /> The applicant has responded to the Planning Commission's direction from the August <br /> meeting with the most recent version of the proposed plans. The general opinion of staff <br /> with Option #1, the applicant's revised proposal may be more reasonable than was <br /> initially proposed. The massing on the point end of the house has been somewhat <br /> minimized, the building's height continues to meet code requirements and the rooflines <br /> � are not extreme. Should the Planning Commission find that the applicant has met their <br /> direction from the August meeting; that the hardcover levels as revised are acceptable; <br /> and that the additions will have minimal visual impact on adjacent properties, Planning � <br /> Commission has the option to recommend� approval of the application to the City <br /> Council. � <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> 1. Are there any other issues or concems with this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation <br /> Staff feels that the property is currently being put to a reasonable use and to further the <br /> nonconformities with the proposed structural additions is excessive. Staff continues to <br /> recommend denial. However, should Planning Commission find that the applicant's <br /> revised plans meet the direction provided at the last meeting then an approval <br /> recommendation could be forwarded to the City Council. <br /> 3 <br />