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Page 7 of 10 safety hazards and significant winter maintenance burdens unique to the property as a result of the Subject Property’s orientation and access. c. Character of Neighborhood. The variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood. The Applicant states that the intent of the proposed variance would allow for a reasonable building footprint while maintaining appropriate distances from all surrounding structures and streets. It is stated that the proposed relocation of the driveway aligns with the neighborhood’s typical layout, enhances overall safety and visual consistency and enhances the character of the block. 3. Economic Consideration. Economic consideration alone does not constitute a practical difficulty. The Applicant states that the variance request is based on a broader set of livability, safety, and functional design issues rather than economic considerations. 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 Building Official The Building Official has reviewed the plans and has no additional comments at this time. A Building Permit will be required prior to any demolition or construction activity taking place. Public Works Director/City Engineer The Public Works Director/City Engineer has reviewed the plans and has no additional comments at this time. Public Works permits will be required prior to any land disturbance, utility, or right- of-way work. These items have been included in the drafted conditions of approval. Ramsey County Public Works The Ramsey County Public Works Department has been sent the submitted plans and the plan review was in progress at the time of printing. Staff will provide a verbal update at the meeting and has included a drafted condition of approval requiring the Applicant to attain the necessary Ramsey County permits. Findings of Fact The Planning Commission must make a finding as to whether or not the proposed application would adversely affect the surrounding neighborhood or the community as a whole based on the aforementioned factors. Staff offers the following findings for consideration: General Findings: 1. City Staff received a land use application for a variance request to the required R-1 Zoning District side yard setback for corner lots at the Subject Property 3609 Pascal Avenue North.