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approximately 80 feet from the top of the bluff. Although not a permitted use given the city ordinance, the location is reasonable. Additionally the home was built with a sliding door with the intention of adding this deck. The proposed variance is reasonable as it is in harmony with the ordinance and should not negatively impact the lake. 4. The plight of the petitioner is due to circumstances unique to the property not a consequence of the petition's own action or inaction; and We purchased our home in December 2017. The kitchen is already equipped with sliding glass doors and is ready for the addition of a porch/deck. Upon working with a contractor to begin our porch/deck project, we learned of the city ordinance requiring a variance application when building a structure within 150ft of a lake. We as the petitioners have not done anything to contribute to the need for this application. It is simply how our home is built on our property that is requiring the application for the variance. The shoreland ordinance was adopted in 1982 and the home was built in 1997, not by the applicant. The property is unique in that this addition could not be added without requiring a variance from the city. The dimensions of the deck are reasonable and does not significantly encroach the setback. The location of the house/deck door and the lake setbacks are not due to the petition's own action or inaction. 5. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. If the variance is granted, it will maintain the character of our neighborhood and the size of our current single- family home. We are not altering anything that would negatively impact those in our home or our neighbors. We feel that the porch/deck would add to the character of our property and neighborhood and allow us and others to enjoy the outdoors with fantastic views of wildlife and West Twin Lake. The house is surrounded by mature trees and secluded from any sightlines from neighboring properties. The essential character will not be altered. Financial Impact None Council Meeting If denied, or an appeal is made by any interested party by October 5, 2018, this item will go to the October 15, 2018, City Council meeting. Attachments  Location Map  Applicant’s Narrative  Site Aerial  Deck Plans (two options, applicant prefers Deck Plan “A”) N:\\Departments\\Community Development\\Planning\\Case Files\\V\\V 18-07 Bernier\\4-Board of Adjustments\\5.2 V 18-07 sr PC 9-25-18.docx