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ANALYSIS OF VARIANCE CRITERIA <br />Practical Difficulties. The applicant has proven that strict enforcement of the code would cause practical difficulties: Strict enforcement of the code would not allow for a reasonably sized detached structure in an accessible location on the property. Building in a location which complies with the City’s setback requirements and VBWD pond regulations would require substantial grading activity which would disturb the wetland areas, cause significant tree removal, and disturb/compact area around the septic area, while also restricting access to the septic manhole. This criteria is met. <br />Practical Difficulties. The applicant has proven that strict enforcement of the <br />code would cause practical difficulties: Strict enforcement of the code would not <br />allow for a reasonably sized detached structure in an accessible location on the <br />property. Building in a location which complies with the City’s setback <br />requirements and VBWD pond regulations would require substantial grading <br />activity which would disturb the wetland areas, cause significant tree removal, <br />and disturb/compact area around the septic area, while also restricting access to <br />the septic manhole. This criteria is met. <br />Unique Circumstances. The applicant has established that the plight of <br />the landowner is due to unique circumstances not created by the <br />landowner: The unique site conditions of nearby Klawitter Pond and its <br />associated elevation restrictions, as well as the location of the septic <br />manhole are existing and not created by the landowner and restrict the <br />buildable area on the property. This criteria is met.