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• 6QLSON) .B.UII,QIIMG FOP`NOSINESS SINCE I91 Planners•Designers•Builders March 25, 2004 Scott Harlicker City of Elk River 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River,MN 55330 RE: Variance Request Dear Scott: This letter is to formally request a variance to the Elk River City Code Section 30-934: Landscaping Requirements Subdivision 3, Minimum requirements for trees. The literal enforcement of this ordinance is extreme due to the narrow and deep lot resulting in a perimeter total that is disproportionate to the total able area of the property being develop . • • The hardship is caused by the narrow lot. The property owner's business operations require a yard area for truck maneuvering and storage. With the property being so narrow, it limits the area for trees giving the effect of overcrowding. • The literal application of the provisions of the ordinance relative to the lot dimensions are no fault of the property owner. The variance request is an attempt to utilize the building and property to the highest and best use. • The restrictive nature of the perimeter calculation as it relates to this parcel is not a circumstance or consequence of the property owner's action or inaction. • This variance will not adversely affect the health, safety,or welfare of the residents or neighboring properties. In keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance, our goal is to provide a landscaping plan that focuses on the front of the building. The reduction in trees along the side lot lines would not have a negative impact on neighboring lots of similar zoning. Thanks for your consideration in this matter. Sincerely, 4 'l -'am; It't .. • Greg ichael Project Manager OLSON GENERAL CONTRACTORS, INC. 9201 52nd Avenue North, Suite 1, New Hope, MN 55428 Phone: 763/535-1481 • Fax: 763/535-1484 • olsonac.com