03-19-2018 Planning Commission Packet

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7) The Board or Council may permit as a variance the temporary use of a one-family dwelling as a two-family dwelling. Response: N/A 8) The special conditions applying to the structure or land in question are peculiar to such property or immediately adjoining property. Response: The existing building resides 5.9 feet from the property line bordering 3200 North Shore Drive.The proposed building would meet the city's setback rules. 9) The conditions do not apply generally to other land or structures in the district in which said land is located. Response: The lot has a hardcover disadvantage due to it's irregular shape.The 250' narrow strip of driveway is the only means to access the property.This zone is almost entirely hardcover. If this access strip zone was disregarded,the remainder of the lot would be well below the city's hardcover threshold. 10) The granting of the application is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right of the applicant. Response: An existing structure exists on the property. Per Minnesota state law, I have the rights to rebuild/repair it. 11) The granting of the proposed variance will not in any way impair health,safety,comfort,morals, or in any other respect be contrary to the intent of the Zoning Code. Response: My proposal improves the appearance of my property and the surrounding homes and it will meet all setback requirements. 12) The granting of such variance will not merely serve as a convenience to the applicant, but is necessary to alleviate demonstrable difficulty. Response: Existing neighbors have raised concerns regarding the appearance of the existing garage stating that it does not fit with the surrounding structures. My proposed plans have been shared with four of my neighbors,and I have their full support.Supporting letters from neighbors are attached with my application.