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Using the four lots for single family homes is a reasonable use of the Subject Property in the R-2 Zoning District. b. Unique Circumstances. The plight of the property owner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created by the landowner. The Applicant cites the existing fire station served the city very well and now is not in use and is a challenge to incorporate into the desired residential setting. Removal of the unattractive and un-kept buildings is necessary. In addition, a unique circumstance is the existing pond as it restricts the buildable area. c. Character of Neighborhood. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. According to the Applicant, the existing neighborhood has homes and lots various sizes. The adjacent homes and surrounding area will be improved with the new single family homes that blend into the neighborhood. 3. Economic Consideration. Economic consideration alone does not constitute a practical difficulty. According to the Applicant the proposed variance is not based on economic consideration alone. 4. Access to Sunlight. Inadequate access to direct sunlight for solar energy systems shall be considered a practical difficulty. A solar energy system is not proposed. Additional Review Ramsey County Ramsey County Senior Transportation Planner has reviewed and approved the proposed driveway accesses onto New Brighton Road. Engineering Staff Engineering Staff reviewed the proposal and the Applicant has worked with staff to address questions regarding their application and to provide information to staff to review. Rice Creek Watershed The Rice Creek Watershed District (RCWD) is charged with reviewing and approving the stormwater management and drainage plan for the project. RCWD is current reviewing the application. City of Arden Hills City Council Meeting for June 22, 2020 P:IPlanninglPlanning Cases1202W20-003 3246 New Brighton Road Ecko Estates- VAR, PPI CC Packet Page 7of9