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, <br /> � #09-3414 <br /> July 20,2009 <br /> Page 3 of 3 . <br /> Hardship Analysis <br /> In considering applications for variance, t/ie Planning Commission shall consider tlte effect of tlee proposed <br /> variance upon t/:e I:ealtl:, safety and welfare of t/te community, existing and anticipated traffic conditions, <br /> lig/it and air, danger of fire, risk to tl:e public safery, and tlie effect on values of property in tlze surrounding <br /> area. TI:e Planning Commission sliall consider recommending approval for variances from tl:e literal <br /> provisions of the Zoning Code in instances wltere tl:eir strict e�:forcement would cause undue liardsl:ip <br /> because of circumstances unique to tlie individual property under consideration, and sltall recommend <br /> approval only w1:en it is demonstrated tliat sucli actions will be i�z keeping witl: tl:e spirit and intent of the <br /> Orono Zoning Code. , � <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> Are the proposed setbacks compatible with the adjacent properties? The adjacent house to <br /> the southeast is three to five feet off the common property line. The houses are about 20 feet <br /> � apart. The adjacent house to the northwest is at street level. Its lakeside deck is about 40 feet <br /> farther from the lake than the back of the addition. The application includes photographs <br /> taken from the deck this house. Sometimes when the several houses in a row are each set too <br /> close to the property line additions are allowed to continue the non-conforming setback to so <br /> the pattern of sepaxation is mainta.ined. In other situations the second story is required to be . <br /> offset to maintain the required setback. . <br /> Is the proposed entry porch essential for making reasonable use of the property? The <br /> proposed porch is minimal in size and will shelter the only entry to the house. Several <br /> �. shuctural coverage variances have been granted to allow the addition of entry porches or <br /> vestibules to older houses. - <br /> Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation <br /> Planning Staff recommends approval of the average lakeshore setback variance and, if the <br /> Commission determines appropriate,the side setback variance. � <br /> . <br /> .�. . : . . : :::�, <br /> - : :;: r�.. .ti ... . <br />