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Variance Narrative Hi, my name is Tom Mevissen, brother to John Mevissen, previous owner of property at 9975 178TH Ave NW. My brother passed away on September 20TH 2018 due to a heart attack. I am the personal representative for John’s estate and have been working on cleaning the property and returning it to its full potential. The property is being gifted to me from my mother Eileen Mevissen, my plans are to demo the existing structure (house and attached garage) and build a new house in the same area. The reason I’m seeking a variance is because when my brother built the pole barn he was maxed out on square footage for garage space. With the plans for the new house I will be over on the square footage by approximately 300 square feet. Outlined below you will find the five criteria. • The variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the ordinance. o I believe the variance would keep me in harmony with the rest of the neighbor hood as I would have ample storage for automobiles and other necessities to be stored inside and out of sight. • The variance is consistent with the City of Elk River comprehensive plan. o I feel this variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan in a way that will help beautify an entrance to the neighborhood, there will no longer be cars and trucks sitting outdoors, the house will also be improved while still not standing out from the neighbors. • The petitioner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the zoning ordinance. o This property will be used as a primary residence for my family (wife, teenage daughter that attends Elk River High School, and myself), there will also be an extra bedroom for my mom if and when she’s in need of assistance. There will be no business ran out of this property. • The plight of the petitioner is due to circumstances unique to the property not a consequence of the petition’s own action or inaction. o Due to the unfortunate situation I’m having to deal with, my goal is to complete my brothers shop, build a house suitable for my family and to resolve any issues that has stemmed many complaints by the City of Elk River as well as neighbors regarding this property. • The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. o The plans for the new house will be submitted with this variance request, the plans will not alter that of the locality and will be built to match the existing structure. Thank you for your consideration Thomas Mevissen