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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL 669 NO. The location and side load garage configuration of the existing home; the location of the septic system mounds; and the topography prevent the garage from being located further back on the Property. c. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality." The accessory building will not be visually obtrusive when viewed from off of the Property. It will appear as a garage with residential aesthetics viewed off site. This condition is met. 4. "Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties." The Applicants have not requested consideration based on economics. 5. "Practical difficulties also include but are not limited to inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems. Variances shall be granted for earth -sheltered construction as defined in Minn. Stat. § 216C.06, subd. 2, when in harmony with Orono City Code Chapter 78." This criterion is not applicable. 6. "The board or the council may not permit as a variance any use that is not permitted under Orono City Code Chapter 78 for property in the zone where the affected person's land is located." A detached garage is a permitted accessory use in the residential district. 7. "The board or council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one -family dwelling as a two-family dwelling." This criterion is not applicable. 8. "The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property." The topography, and wooded nature of the Property create logistical challenges for construct an accessory garage in a conforming location. Additionally, the location of the septic sites and wetland on the Property further restrict options. The building may only be partially visible from the street and the neighbor to the south. 9. "The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which the land is located." The location of the home; septic sites; and topography create a unique situation on the Property. 10. "The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant." The Property is permitted accessory structures. The proposed structure meets all but the front setback due to the home location. This criterion is met.