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2.4 lot coverage percentages: 3.0 STAFF COMMENT 31 Variances may be granted where the strict enforcement of the literal provisions of the ordinance would cause "undue hardship". The granting of a variance shall only occur when it can be demonstrated that such an action will be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the ordinance. 3.2 "Undue hardship" as used in connection with the granting a variance means the property in question cannot be put to a reasonable use if used under conditions allowed by the official controls, the plight of the land owner is due to circumstances unique to the property not created by the land owner, and the variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the locality. 3 3 Conditions may be attached to a variance that mitigate the impacts on adj oining properties. 3.4 The construction of foriner home dates back to 19 10. Mr. Youngquist inspected the home with an architect to determine whether the structure was worthy of an addition/modifications. The inspection determined the home was not structurally conducive to alterations. 3.5 The City Code would not have allowed any alterations or modifications to either the house or the garage without a variance. The removal of the former home and garage, and the redevelopment of the property based on the proposed site survey, creates a parcel that complies with setback and height requirements of the Roseville City Code. 3.6 The Comprehensive Plan encourages reconstruction and upgrading of residential structures (and neighborhood) tbroughout the community. 3.7 The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has reviewed the initial proposal and provided staff with their comments/co► .:erns (letter attached). Staff has made every attempt to address the concerns indicated by the DNR. However, given the location of existing homes on either side of the Youngquist property, staff determined it to be problematic moving the structure closer to the front property line. Shifting of the structure would require a front yard setback and reduce on-site vehicle parking capabilities for the already tight parcel. A copy of this report has been submitted to the DNR for their consideration. PF32 10 — RCA (052200) Page 2 of 4