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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 I think this addition does put the land to reasonable use, in addition, it will create additional privacy for my neighbor and I to the rear of our current properties. 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 practical difficulty with my parcel of land is as follows: A large percentage of the land to the rear of the property is wetland with a 20’ setback. The location of my septic tanks and septic drainage field and the 20’ setback to these. The acute slope to the side of the property and location of my water well on that slope. These factors limit the options available to me and make the proposed area for construction my only viable option. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality If anything, I feel it will add to the essential character of the locality. If approved, the proposed structure will allow the garage door to be at a 90-degree angle to the current garage doors, creating a more aesthetically pleasing view from the street and front angles of the property. It will contribute to additional privacy for my neighbor and I to the rear of our properties. In addition, it is in line with several other properties in our street that also have garage additions. Page 10 of 14Page 82 of 464