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��� <br /> �� O I <br /> O O . <br /> . CITY of ORONO <br /> � � <br /> ti <br /> �� G'�' RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> t�SH� No. 4 7 � p <br /> 3. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on March 18,2002 and <br /> recommended approval of the proposed variances based upon the following findings: <br /> A. The property has been developed with a residential use since at least 1950. <br /> B. The site plan indicates the proposed setbacks meeting 10'side yazd,35'front <br /> yard and 30' reax yard as required for LR-1B zoning district. <br /> C. The detached accessory building will be the only garage/storage space on the <br /> property. <br /> D. The lot size is consistent with that of other developed properties in the <br /> neighborhood. <br /> E. The adjacent properties on either side of applicant's property are developed <br /> with existing single family residences,hznce no additional land is available <br /> to make the lot larger. <br /> F. The residence and garage meet the 15% lot coverage by structures for the <br /> property. <br /> G. The hardcover variance is necessary because the 500-1000' zone which <br /> contains the drivew�ay, is a very small part of the rear of the lot. There is^.o <br /> other hardcover that can be removed to compensate. <br /> 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to <br /> it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that grantin� <br /> the variances will not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air, nor pose a fire <br /> hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a <br /> convenience to the applicants,but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hazdship <br /> or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicants; <br /> and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and <br /> Comprehensive Plan of the City. <br /> 6. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and <br /> recommendations of the Planning Commission,reports by City Staff, comments by <br /> the applicants and the effect of the proposed variances on the health, safety and <br /> welfaze of the community. <br /> Page 2 of 6 <br />