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4. The substandard size of the parcel creates a physical hardship for the applicant. The applicant's need for an accessible bedroom and bathroom on the main floor creates a practical difficulty. 5. The proposed variance is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the City's Comprehensive Plan and Title 10 of the City Code (Zoning). The proposed addition will not extend beyond the established building line along South McCarrons Boulevard or reduce the setback of the structure from the ordinary high water level of McCarrons Lake. 6. The proposed variance, if granted, will not adversely affect the public health, safety, or general welfare. 4.0 STAFF RECOMMENDA TION 4.1 Based on the findings outlined in Section 3.1, staff recommends approval of the request for a variance to allow the construction of a 12' x 32' addition to a non- conforming residential structure at 257 South McCarrons Boulevard. This recommendation is made pending additional MnDNR comment on this request. 5.0 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION 5.1 After a public hearing on August 12, 1998, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request for a variance from Section 1011.02 to allow the construction of a 12' x 32' addition to a non-conforming residential structure on a lakeshore lot at 257 McCarrons Boulevard, based on the findings outline in Section 3.1, pending approval from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and with the following provision: 1. A plan for adding vegetative screening on the house from Lake McCarrons must be submitted to the City for review in conjunction with the plans for a building permit, and such vegetation must be installed in conjunction with construction of the addition. 5.2 The Planning Commission's draft minutes are attached. 6.0 SUGGESTED COUNCIL ACTION 6.1 By motion, approve of the request by Robert Schroeder for a variance from City Code Section 1011.02 to allow the construction of a 12' x 32' addition to a pre- existing, non-conforming residential structure on a lakeshore lot at 257 McCarrons Boulevard, based on the findings outlined in Section 3.1, pending approval from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and with the following provision: PF3053 - RCA (08/24/98) - Page 3 of 4