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. I' . positive for the public welfare when compared with the two other options available to us. The variance allows us to leave the house mostly where it is and save most of the trees on the site. Furthermore, there are a number of houses in the area and particularly on Skiles that are non-conforming, including the two across the street that are on 80' wide lots and two lots to the west, one of which is 75' wide and one of which is 85' wide. Drawing 1 also indicates (though house locations and sizes are not exact) that there are likely a number of houses on Skiles and elsewhere in the neighborhood that do not meet the sideyard setback requirements. D. Summary We appreciate the City Council taking the time to consider this matter and recognize that we are asking for a lot in requesting that the Council grant the Minor Subdivision and Variance request. We do so because the variance is the option that offers the best use of the property for us, protects the maximurn number of trees on the lot and preserves the character ofthe neighborhood while meeting every other subdivision ordinance of the city. We anticipate that the request would be granted contingent on the removal ofthe eastern portion of the house. We are ready to apply for a permit and start that work immediately and would it removed within 30 days. We understand if the Council is not willing to grant us the Minor Subdivision and Variance and in such case request that the Council table the issue and refer it back to the Planning Commission. We are ready to apply for a building permit to move the house such that both lots would meet all setback requirements ifthe variance is not granted. With the permit in hand, we will go back to the Planning Commission and request a Minor Subdivision with no variances. Thank you for your consideration, Gary Findell Susan Heegaard Page 6 of6 - 1401 Skiles Lane