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P ci�of equot La1�es- -- 4638 MnBv S�,ET•I'EQuoT L..�xEs,NIN 56472• (218) 568-5222 •Frix: (218) 568-5860•wwwpequotlakes-mn.gov October 23, 20�9 Mr. and Mrs. Jason Forrest i8i3i — �2nd Avenue N. Maple Grove, MN 55311 Re: Variance Request to construct a new dwelling within the lake setback in the Shoreline Residential zoning classification Dear Mr. and Mrs. Forrest: Please be advised that on October i�, 2oi9 the Board of Adjustment approved your Variance request based on the following Findings of Fact: i. The subject properry is located at 5577 Wilderness Road and is in the "Shoreline Residential" zone. 2. The property contains a i,4i5 square foot dwelling, a 168 square foot shed and a 255 square foot water oriented accessory structure. 3. The applicant proposes to remove the existing dwelling that is 4o feet from the OHW and build a new 2,57i square foot dwelling 54 feet from the OHW. 4. The applicant proposes to re-contour the lot to ensure proper drainage and stormwater management. Stormwater from the gutters on the new dwelling will direct stormwater through underground pipes to a retention area. 5. The subject properry will meet floodplain minimum elevation standards as it is located within the floodplain of Lower Cullen Lake. 6. The existing dwelling (to be replaced) is not located within the loo-yr floodplain of Lower Cullen Lake. �. A portion of the proposed structure will be located in an area which is currently in the floodplain. Said area will be elevated with fill (per conditions of approval) so it is outside the floodplain area. 8. The subject properry is served by a shallow well and a Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS). Applicant proposes to seal the shallow well and have a deep well drilled for the new dwelling. Applicant proposes to install a new SSTS. 9. The applicant has established that there are practical difficulties in complying with the Code. Applicant is unable to meet the 75-foot setback from the OHW. "This institution zs an equal opportunity provider and emplayer."