§ 1.5. Variances.

Whenever, in the opinion of the planning commission, the strict application of the requirements contained in this ordinance would result in extreme practical difficulties or undue economic hardship, the planning commission may modify such requirements as are necessary to allow the development of the property in a reasonable manner, providing that the public interests of the community and its citizens are protected and the general intent and spirit of these regulations are preserved. The [planning] commission shall grant such variance or modification only upon determination that:

1.

The variance will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and general welfare of the community;

2.

The variance will not adversely affect the reasonable development of adjacent property;

3.

The variance is justified because of topographic or other special conditions unique to the property involved, in contra-distinction to mere inconvenience or financial disadvantage;

4.

The variance is consistent with the objectives of this ordinance and will not have the effect of nullifying the intent or purpose of this ordinance or the comprehensive plan; and

5.

Such variance will not conflict with applicable requirements of the zoning ordinance.