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O <br /> O O <br /> b CITY of ORONO <br /> RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> �9kESH0 NO. 31 9 16 <br /> FINDINGS <br /> 1. This application was reviewed as Zoning File #2233. <br /> 2. The property is located in the LR-1B Single Family Lak_shore Residential <br /> Zoning District where the minimum lot area required is one acre. <br /> 3. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on June 2, 1997 and <br /> June 16, 1997 and recommended approval of the proposed variance(s) based <br /> upon the following unique findings and hardships: <br /> A. The zoning lot is .91 acres and does not meet the lot area or width <br /> requirements. <br /> B. The proposed accessory structure meets the yard setback requirement. <br /> C. The height of the principal structure is 11' 6". <br /> D. The Zoning Code limits accessory structures to 1,000 sq. ft. on zoning <br /> lots less than two acres in size. <br /> 4. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar <br /> to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that <br /> granting the variances would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor <br /> pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely <br /> serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate a <br /> demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial <br /> property right of the applicant; and would be in keeping with the spirit and <br /> intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the City. <br /> 5. The City Council has considered this application including the findings and <br /> recommendations of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments <br /> by the applicant and the effect of the proposed variance on the health, safety and <br /> welfare of the community. <br /> Page 2 of 4 <br />