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V 24-01 Narrative Holiday would like to install an 80' tall sign to advertise their brand and the types of gas available. They have removed the monument sign due to the reconstruction and would like to install this proposed sign so it is visible to the motoring public. The new highway will have a finished height of 20' and a tall sign is imperative for the business to thrive. A variance may be granted by the board only if it finds that: -The variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the ordinance The new sign is in harmony with the purpose of the sign ordinance because it enhances the commercial communication requirements of this sectors of the business community. The taller sign will allow the motoring public along Hwy 169 to see our services. The variance is consistent with the City of Elk River Comprehensive Plan (discuss with city staff in needed) The 169 Redefine project will be complemented by new gateways and wayfinding signs that ensure residents and visitors alike know when they are entering Elk River and how to get to key destinations like the downtown area and riverfront. Our sign will notify motorists including semi-truck drivers that there is gas available as well as traditional gas station services such as restrooms and food. Variances may be granted when the petitioner establishes that there are practical difficulties in complying with the zoning ordinance. Practical difficulties means that: -The petitioner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the zoning ordinance This gas station will be used in a reasonable manner by providing gas and facilities for the traveling motorist. 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 The reconstruction of Hwy 169 is not a circumstance that Holiday caused. We are trying to continue our business with a sign that can be viewed along Hwy 169. We had a monument sign that was removed due to the construction. We just want to be able to continue to be able to notify those motorists along Hwy 169. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality It will not alter the character as this is an existing gas station.