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Date: May 31, 2016 Home: Tom and Kristen Gannon Address: 17875 Concord Street NW Elk River, MN 55330 This variance is requested for the addition of a screen porch. The proposed screen porch would be in line with the already non -conforming sun room but would still need a 7' variance. The additional proposed walkway/deck would require a 13' variance. The proposed porch and walkway layout is the best use of space with the existing locations of doors and windows on the current home. It would also be the smallest and shortest path to the existing patio. There is already established vegetation growth as a buffer up to the proposed walkway and down the bank. Board of Adjustment Questions: 1. Is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the ordinance, and The proposed porch and walkway layout is the best use of space with the existing locations of doors and windows on the current home. It would also be the smallest and shortest path to the existing patio. There is already established vegetation growth as a buffer up to the proposed walkway and down the bank. It is our intention to preserve and maintain this buffer area as the ordinance seeks to achieve. 2. Is consistent with the City of Elk River comprehensive plan. The property is guided for residential uses and the proposal is consistent with the comprehensive plan. The proposed deck meets residential setbacks for the property. An established vegetation growth area is already in place and acts as a buffer from the proposed walkway and down the edge of the wetland. 3. The petitioner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the zoning ordinance; This variance is requested for the addition of a screen porch, which is a reasonable use on the property. The proposed screen porch would be in line with the already non -conforming sun room but would still need a 7' variance. The additional proposed walkway/deck would require a 13' variance.