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Variance Criteria <br /> The applicant addresses the criteria for granting a variance as follows: <br /> 1. The variance is in harmony ndth the general purpose and intent of the ordinance. <br /> The request creates two lots with enough buildable area to accommodate a single-family home <br /> of similar size to the surrounding neighborhood.The request is in harmony with the general <br /> purpose and intent of the ordinance. <br /> 2. The variance is consistent udth the City of Elk Diver comprehensive plan. <br /> The variance,if granted,will not alter the use of the property and it will remain consistent with <br /> the city's comprehensive plan. <br /> 3. The petitioner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the -oning ordinance. <br /> The proposed lots meet the minimum depth of 130 feet along the southern property line,but <br /> due to the unique shape of the lot, do not meet the minimum along the northern property line. <br /> Both lots will be used for single-family residences. <br /> 4. The plight of the petitioner is due to circumstances unique to the property not a consequence of the petitioner's own <br /> action or inaction. <br /> The lot shape and street locations were in place before the property owner purchased the lot. <br /> 5. The variance, ifgranted, n ill not alter the essential character of the locality. <br /> Both lots are large enough to accommodate a home of similar size and configuration as the <br /> surrounding neighborhood. <br /> Economic considerations alone do not constitute practical difficulties. <br /> The planned lot split is consistent with the intent of the zoning district,but due to the unique <br /> configuration of the existing road network,a variance is necessary. Staff does not believe the proposed <br /> variance from the minimum lot depth will alter the essential character of the neighborhood. <br /> Financial Impact <br /> None <br /> Attachments <br /> • Location Map <br /> • Applicant Narrative submitted October 27, 2014. <br /> • Certificate of Survey dated August 20, 2014 <br /> • Survey Sketch <br /> N:\Departments\Community Development\Planning\Case Files\V\V 14-02 Reg Powell\V 14-02 SR Reg Powell 11-25-2014.docx <br />