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� . <br /> ` FI LE#12-3578 <br /> 10 October 2012 <br /> Page 3 of 3 <br /> Practical Difficulties Analysis <br /> In considering applications for variance, the P/anning Commission shall consider the effect of <br /> the proposed variance upon the health, safety and welfare of the community, existing and <br /> anticipated tra�c conditions, light and air, danger of fire, risk to the public safety, and the <br /> effect on values of property in the surrounding area. The P/anning Commission shal/consider <br /> recommending approval for variances from the liter'al"provisions of the Zoning Code in <br /> ' instances where their strict enforcement wou/d cause practical di�culties because of ' <br /> circumstances unigue to the individua/ property under consideration, and shall recommend <br /> approva/only when it is demonstrated that such actions will be in keeping with the spirit and <br /> intent of the Orono Zoning Code. <br /> Staff finds that a prectical difficulty exists in the width of the property and the zoning <br /> requirement for a 50-foot setback. The applicants' proposal does not encroach closer to the <br /> side lot line than the existing home and therefore does not alter the character of the locality. � <br /> Issues for Consideration <br /> 1. Does the Planning Commission find that that the property owners propose to use the <br /> property in a reasonable manner which is not permitted by an official control? � " <br /> 2. Does the Planning Commission find that the variance, if granted, will not alter the <br /> • essential character of the neighborhood? <br /> 3. Does the Commission find it necessary to impose conditions in order to mitigate the . <br /> impacts created by the granting of the requested variances? If so, identify. <br /> 4. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Staff Recommendation ' <br /> Planning Staff recommends approval of the variance as requested. <br />