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Variance for Lot Width: With respect to the proposed variance for the reduced width of the proposed lot (Parcel B), strict enforcement of the City's zoning regulations, it will cause practical difficulties because the applicant is proposing to use the property in a reasonable manner (single family residences). The request to use the property (Parcel B) for a single family residential dwelling unit is not an unreasonable request. The desire to have the new lot line parallel to the existing lot lines instead of an angled property line is preferred and it is believed that the variance is warranted in this respect. Furthermore, it is expected that strictly following the code to have the new lot (Parcel B) be 125 feet wide would result in a less desirable outcome than if the City approves a variance to have the new lot be 112 feet wide with a new lot line parallel to existing property lines. 5) Unique Circumstances the plight of the landowner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created by the landowner; Variance for Lot Width: With respect to the proposed variance for the reduction of the minimum lot width for proposed Parcel B, the applicant did not create the current size of the property, so the applicant did not create the problem. Although the lot can be split and divided in away that would allow both proposed lots to meet the minimum lot size and minimum frontage, such a configuration would be awkward. The City concedes the circumstance is unique in that the general objective can be achieved though it would create an unfavorable layout for the new lot line and an awkward shape for the new lot. 6) Character of Locality the proposed variance will not alter the essential character of the locality in which the property in question is located; Variance for Lot Width: With respect to the proposed variance for the reduction of the lot width for proposed Parcel B, the proposed variance will not alter the essential character of the locality. A reduced lot size, width, etc. within this area of Lake Elmo is not uncommon and it is very unlikely that the reduced lot width to 112 feet will change the character of the neighborhood. 7) Adjacent Properties and Traffic the proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to properties adjacent to the property in question or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets or substantially diminish or impair property values within the neighborhood; • Variance for Lot Width: With respect to the proposed variance for the width ofthe proposed lot Parcel B the proposed variance will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to the adjacent property or substantially increase the congestion of the public streets or substantially diminish property values. The proposed reduced front lot width to 112 feet would not lead to the shading ofthe neighboring -properties or structures, nor would it impair airflow. MINC�11�yS11►l.YO.1 1 KfYLll,l 1) The City Council hereby approves the requested variance for a reduced lot width of 13 feet for the creation of a new lot that will be 112 feet wide in RS zoning district for the property identified as 13.029.21.33.0019located at (3100 Lake Elmo Avenue). The conditions for approval for variance approval are outlined below: 1. That the applicant obtain all applicable permits including but not limited to a City building permit.