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. , <br /> 1. Impervious surface within the 0-75' zone is being reduced with no net <br /> increase of overall hardcover. <br /> 2. Grassed surface is being increased in the 0-75' zone,providing for <br /> additional area for rainfall run-off not only from 2800 Pheasant, but also <br /> the adjacent property which lies on higher ground and drains to the 0-75' <br /> zone of 2800 Pheasant. <br /> 3. The proposed structure is not nearer the shoreline than the neighboring <br /> residence (in fact it will be set back some twenty feet further than <br /> currently exists) and is in keeping with the Character of the locality. <br /> 4. No Lakeview enjoyed by neighboring property will be affected, other than <br /> positively. In fact, view encroachments to our westerly neighbor will be <br /> decreased. <br /> 5. Granting the variance will not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air <br /> and will not pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property. <br /> SUMMARY <br /> In summary, while the request requests a variance from the 25% hardcover ordinance, it <br /> also address' the significant hardships associated with the applicant's property while <br /> more fully complying with the intent and spirit of the zoning ordinance than the exiting <br /> structure. The improved structure removes a blighted property and provides badly <br /> needed improved housing stock on the existing site, while conforming to and improving <br /> the conditions of the neighborhood. The applicant's request addresses the exact <br /> circumstances that Section 10.08 subd. 3 of the zoning ordinance contemplate. <br />