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MEMO TRANSMITTAL <br /> � <br /> ��CO�T�' FROM: Ryan Smolik <br /> e u i � � E a s� Lake Country Buiiders <br /> rsmolik@lakecountrybuilders.com <br /> � DATE: 04.16.200 � . <br /> T0: Mike Gaffron,City of Orono � <br /> COMPANY: - <br /> PHONE: - <br /> � RE: 1374 Rest Point Road, Revised Fiardship Narrative � <br /> Hardship Statement <br /> The hardship for the property located at 1374 Rest Point Rd is that the home and site has many pre-existing conditions that <br /> are Non-conforming with regards to Hardcover as well as Setbacks. Therefore making any improvements or correc�ons to <br /> the property would require a variance for any scope of work. Below are the responses to the specific criteria as they are <br /> indicated on the Hardship Documentation Form. <br /> 1. "The property in question cannut be put to a reasonable use if the used under condi6ons allowed by the ciricial <br /> controls" <br /> Many portions of the home are in structurally unsound condition. While the following statement outlines the extent of <br /> sfructural concerns,it should be noted that 30%area requiring correction resides within the 30'Front Yard setback.The <br /> existing foundation has several points that at are varying in heights;at on point the difference is 9"from one point in a <br /> room to the adjacent corner.Other indications of movement are in slumping ceilings and bowed walls. These areas are <br /> numerous and require extensive correction or total removal and replacement. In addition to this,the existing <br /> mechanical space is located in a crawl space that is only accessible through an exterior set of doors,that are not only <br /> difficult to operate but are often covered in snow during the winter months making access difficult and unsafe. <br /> . 2. "The plight of the landowner is due circumstances unique to his property not created by the landowner." <br /> Many of the existing non-conforming conditions are due to the period of the original construction of the home, <br /> subsequent additions and modifications as well as current regulations making those existing conditions non-conforming <br /> therefore unique to this property. Speciflc non conformirig issues as they apply to the front yard setback,the side yard <br /> setback and the total percentage of existing hardcover in both the 0-75 and 75-250 zones. The r_ p oposed f�oot rin_t�is <br /> slightly reduced in total square foot while conforming to the 30'Front Yard set back. More over,the existing pool and <br /> patio are ea ures o e perty that affect e totahhardcover percentages in both zones. The proposed is an effort to <br /> both provide a home of similar size to the existing while maintaining the character of the origina�surroundings. <br /> LAKE COUNTRY <br /> 3, "The variance,if granted,will not alter the essential character of the locality." <br /> BUILDERS, LTD . <br /> The proposed is an effort to maintain the existing character of the landscape,amenities and preserve the views of <br /> neighbors on both sides of the property. The proposed footprint is similar in size and scope of the existing,further the <br /> 3 3 9 S E C 0 N D S T R E E T increased total square footage is done is a way to minimize impact on the site and keep the existing garage as a viable <br /> EXCELS IOR, M N 55331 structure for future use. Further more,a connected garage is common in the area and will not create and unique or <br /> change the character of.the locality. The focus of the design has been to develop a design that is in keeping with a <br /> lakeside cottage style that is in fact smaller than most homes being built on Lake Minnetonka. <br /> T952 . 474 . 7121 � <br /> F952 . 474 . 7957 <br /> w lakecountrybuilders.com <br />