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3. Single family dwellings shall have at least a four/twelve (4112) roof pitch and shall be covered with shingles or tiles or a standing seam metal roof. Per Section 1007.043(4)(i)4.g., this criteria applies to both single family dwellings and accessory buildings. g. Roof and exterior color and material compatible with home (except manufactured tool shed). The property owner ordered the materials before applying for the building permit. These are custom cut metal sheets and per the property owner, cannot be returned to the store or manufacturer. The total cost is approximately $2,000. The issue is the aesthetic value of the exposed fasteners. The intent of requiring standing seam metal roofs is so the fasteners (i.e. screws) are not visible. The property owner is also requesting the same roofing materials be allowed on the two (2) detached accessory structures (garages). Staff is asking for Planning & Zoning Board input on this request. CRITERIA AND FINDINGS OF FACT No variance shall be granted unless it meets all the criteria in paragraphs 1. through 7. below. The City shall make findings regarding compliance with these criteria. 1. The variance shall be in harmony with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance. The general purpose and intent of the General Provisions section of the Zoning Ordinance is to establish general development performance standards. These standards are intended and designed to assure compatibility of uses; to prevent urban blight, deterioration and decay; and to enhance the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of the community. The variance to allow a metal roof with exposed fasteners is not harmonious with the general purposes and intent of the ordinance regarding the enhancement of the general welfare of the community. 2. The variance shall be consistent with the comprehensive plan. The variance request is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Per the Comprehensive Plan, the property is guided for Low Density Residential land use. The existing land use is single family residential with a single family dwelling unit and detached garage. 3. There shall be practical difficulties in complying with the ordinance. "Practical difficulties," as used in connection with the granting of a variance, means that the property owner proposes to use the property in a reasonable manner not permitted by the ordinance. Economic 2