01-22-2008 Planning Commission Packet

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5.Unique hardship also includes,but is not limited to,inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth sheltered construction as defined in Minnesota Statutes Section 116J.06, Subd.2, when in harmony with this Chapter. Existing north facing home is exposed to considerable wind during the winter months. Due to limited sun light and driving freezing rain and or snow, ice builds up on existing entry deck creating safety concerns of family and or guest falling upon entry or exit from the home. Vestibule and covered entry addition would reduce or potentially eliininate, water and snow accumulation and alleviate this slippery surface. 6.The Board of appeals and adjustments or the Council may not permit as a variance, any use that is not permitted under this chapter of the property in the zone where the affected person's land is located. Non-applicable—per Evelyn Turner 7. The Board or Council may permit as a variance,the temporary use of a one-family dwelling as a two-family dwelling. Non-applicable—per Evelyn Turner . - 8. The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining Pr�P�Y- Peculiar nahue of the property is due to: • Original dwelling constructed in 1949 prior to existing zoning requirements � � • The nanow lot measures 55' at the lak�shore, 35' at the reaz and given current dwelling placement on the property,variance approval needed for external expansion. • Limited land size and Crystal Bay road intrusion on property creates average lakeshore set back and hard cover compliance issues. 9. The conditions do not apply generally to other land or struchues in the district in which said land is located. • The property ID# 17-117-23-41-0010,in zoning district LR-1C is located is located on.5 acres in an older community of Langdon Park.Lot sizes are small and dwellings are in close proximity,limiting structure expansion without variance approval. 10. The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial properiy right of the applicant. • We are long-term residents of Orono and have three children within the Orono School District. • As our family has grown, our homes lixnited space, safety concems of the non-functional entryway and � energy efficiency issues have become more apparent. • The new functional vestibule will•improve dwelling access and covered entryway roof will enhance property safety by reducing or potentially elimi.nating weather induced slippery eniry area surfaces. • The functional vestibule, eastside gas fireplace-box bay and removal of existing wood burning fireplace will also improve the energy efficiency of the home.