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built prior to Ba Lam’s purchase and was built with the encroachment. Ba has purchased Lot 4 to with the intent to combine both lots to increase the lot square footage as much as possible. The existing Coverage by Structure of the existing home is (1709/ 4415) 38% so it was an existing non- conforming factor and was not created by the Owner. 3- Spirit and Intent of the Ordinance We understand the intent of the ordinances as tools that are used to protect the public right-of-way, ensure traffic safety, and respect the neighborhood design. I believe the new house location is the best approach for the house location to ensure those protection as especially from the Shoreland Impact Zone set back requirements. The new home have balanced the set back requirements as much as the narrow lot allows as well as moving it away from vehicular traffic. As far as design, I believe it completely addresses the design caliber that is required of the modern lakeshore home. I believe the views looking at the home from the lake or public views will be drastically improved and adds design value to Lake Johanna. This also applies to the street side view as seen from approaching vehicles. 4- No Change to Land Use This request will keep the property as a single-family home and will not alter the existing land use designation. 5- Character of the City Will Be Maintained The proposed design is in keeping with a typical single-family home in the area especially to lakeshore properties. The home is a modest three bedrooms for a family of four with a guest bedroom for elderly parents. If compared the home size or FAR ratio if it was built on a conforming lot, this home would be below those requirements. So it is very particular to the narrow lot size. The home complies with the height requirements. As far as character, I believe it will drastically enhance the lakeshore view. The home is modern and will consists of beautiful stone and details and will have ample windows and clean lines. I’m hoping it will become the Gem of the North Bay of Lake Johanna. 6- Variance is not for economic reasons alone The variance request above is not driven by economic considerations but has more to do with wanting to build a lakeshore home for raising a family. As with any family, you would want the vehicle to pull in and out safely into the driveway. You would want enough space for storage for the snow blower, and kids bicycles, cars and additional storage because there is no basement. Spaces such as a safe room for severe weather protection where most homes would just retreat in the basement. You would want a deck that has a views of the beautiful Lake Johanna for that weekend 3747 Minnehaha Avenue, Ste 203, Minneapolis, MN 55406 phone (612) 644-4369 www.nguyenarchitects.com