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Valentine Variance page 2 Wetland: The site is located within the jurisdiction of the Vadnais Lake Area Watershed Management Organization (VLAWMO). Because of the wetland impact, a review by VLAWMO is pending. The location of the house will determine the amount of wetland fill needed. The plan shows just under 1000 sf of fill, as noted on the attached VLAWMO notice. Increasing the road setbacks will increase the wetland fill. The VLAWMO board meets June 14 at 7:30 am. (the morning after the P & Z meeting). The VLAWMO staff recommendation is to approve the plan. Alternate Site for Septic System: Any new house on well and septic must have an alternate drainfield site designated. This is to ensure that a new drainfield can be constructed if the first one fails. The survey shows two drainfield sites. Findings for Variance In considering all requests for variance and in taking subsequent action, the City shall make a finding of fact: 1. That the property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under conditions allowed by the official controls. 2. That the plight of the landowners is due to physical circumstances unique to his property not created by the land owner. 3. That the hardship is not due to economic considerations alone and when a reasonable use for the property exists under the terms of the ordinance. 4. That granting the variance requested will not confer on the applicant any special privilege that would be denied by this ordinance to other lands, structures, or buildings in the same district. 5. That the proposed actions will be -in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. This site is severely restricted because of the wetlands. Without variances from setback requirements, the property cannot be used. The physical circumstance is not created by the landowner. The hardship is not due to economic considerations. No special privelege is being granted. This type of hardship is the reason for variances. PLANNING & ZONING BOARD ACTION The P & Z reviewed the application at its June 13 meeting and recommended approval with the conditions listed below.