Resolution - #97-08-186 - 08/05/1997

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That if the accessory structure were to be constructed in the rear yard, it would intensify the existing encroachment on the 200 fOot setback from the Mississippi River caused by the location of the principal structure. That similar variances have been granted in the R-1 Rural Residential District in the City of Ramsey generally, and in various additions of Bower's Mississippi Acres specifically. 10. That the total amount of existing and proposed accessory structure space on the Subject Property does not exceed the limits established by City Code. 11. That the Mississippi River setback requirement imposes a hardship on the Subject Property that is not applicable to other lands in the same district, and that the variance is necessary for the preservation of a substantial property right similar to that possessed by other properties in the R-1 Rural Residential District. 12. That the variance requested is the minimum variance necessary to accomplish the intended purpose of the Applicant. 13. That, if granted, the variance will/will not increase the congestion in the public street. 14. That, if granted, the variance will/will not adverselY impact the degree of public health, safety and general welfare provided for in the Ramsey City Code. 15. That, if granted, the variance will/will not diminish established property values within the neighborhood. 16. That the unique circumstances on the Subject Property do/do not result from the actions of the Applicant. 17. That, if granted, the will/will not grant the Applicant any special privilege that is denied to the owners of other land in the same district. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Board Member Terry and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favdr thereof: Chairperson Ben Deemer Board Member David Bawden Board Member Sharon Jensen Board Member Charles LaDue Board Member Michael Terry and the following voted against the same: None RESOLUTION #97-08-1qD Page 2 of 3