Board of Appeals — Agenda Packet

1 Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting Tuesday, August 18, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Sawyer County Board Room AGENDA a. ZOOM INFORMATION 1. To view or participate in the virtual meeting from a computer, IPad, or Andriod device, please go to https://zoom.us/j/91511740175. You can also use the dial in number or listening only at 1-312-626-6799 with the Webinar ID: 915.1174.0175. If additional assistance is needed, please contact the Zoning & Conservation Department at 715-634-8288 prior to the meeting. b. PRELIMINARY MATTERS 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Statement of Committee and Hearing Procedure & Statement of Hearing Notice 3. Approval of previous meeting Minutes for July 21, 2026 c. APPEALS 1. A Public Hearing in the Town of Hayward. APP #26-002. Appeal of decision made by the Sawyer County Zoning Committee, by Appellants: KDML Resort Properties LLC. Appeal is in reference to the Zoning Committee’s decision of a Conditional use permit for a bar/cocktail lounge in existing building located on resort property. Part of Government Lot 3, Lot 2 CSM 14/386 #3622, (includes Lot 1 CSM 18/195 #5475); S36, T40N, R08W; Parcel #010-840-36-5312; Tax ID #10879; 3.92 total acres; Zoned Residential/Recreational Two (RR-2). Discussion/Action. d. VARIANCE APPLICATIONS 1. A Public Hearing in the Town of Bass Lake. VAR #26-005. Owners: Daniel & Jolene Altman. Part of Government Lot 4, Lot 1 CSM 14/104 #3471 AFFCSM 15/223; S25, T40N, R09W; Parcel #032-940-25-5401; Tax ID #3676; .380 total acres; Zoned Residential/Recreational One (RR-1). Application for construction of a 9’2” x 11’7” addition onto an existing non-conforming dwelling located 6.5’ at the closest point to Grindstone Lake. The addition would be located at 41’ at the closest point. Within the 9’2” x 11’7” proposed addition there is already a 5’6” x 6’6” structure that would be replaced in the existing footprint. The net increase of expansion would be 70.32 sq. feet. Variance requested as: Per Sawyer County code of Ordinance – Appendix B – Section 6.1 would require the prior granting of a Variance for any structure located closer than 75’ to the ordinary high water mark (OHWM) of a navigable water that Page 1 of 37 2 isn’t exempt under 6.1 or 6.2 or meets the requirement of Section 11.3. The proposed 70.32 sq. feet expansion is proposed at 41’ to the OHWM of Grindstone Lake. Discussion/Action. e. CLOSED SESSION 1. Consideration of motion to convene in closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(g), “conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved,” to wit, rendering advice on strategy for litigation in which County is involved and likely to become involved regarding appeals of Sawyer County Board of Appeals decisions and administrative appeals. The Board of Appeals will reconvene in open session immediately following the closed session and may have discussion and take official action on matters discussed in closed session. f. NEW BUSINESS 1. Any new business that may come before the Board. (Discussion Only) g. ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 37 1 MINUTES PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE SAWYER COUNTY BOARD OF APPEAL July 21, 2026 Board of Appeals Al Gerber, Chairman Laura Rusk Steve Kelsey Joe Beran Ginny Chabek Gordon Christians James Bassett ZONING ADMINISTRATION Jay Kozlowski, Zoning & Conservation Administrator Kathy Marks, Deputy Zoning & Conservation Administrator TJ Duffy, Corporation Counsel PRELIMINARY MATTERS 1) Call to Order and Roll Call. Gerber called the Public Hearing before the Sawyer County Zoning Board of Appeals to order at 5:00 P.M. in the Sawyer County Courthouse, 10610 Main St., Hayward, Wisconsin. Roll is called finding present: Gerber, Rusk, Kelsey-absent, Beran, Christians, Kozlowski and Marks are present from the Zoning office. TJ Duffy, Corporation Counsel 2) Statement of Board and Hearing Procedures and Hearing Notice. Those wishing to speak will be afforded the opportunity provided they identify themselves. Gerber gave order of submitting files to BOA, taking testimony, and making a decision. He requests orderly procedure and gives appeal deadline. The Public Hearing Notice was published as a Class 2 Notice in accordance with Chapter 985 of the Wisconsin Statutes in the Sawyer County Record and Sawyer County Gazette on July 30th & August 6th, 2025. 3) Minutes from previous meeting. Motion to approve the June 16th, 2026 minutes by Rusk, second by Christians. All in favor. VARIANCE a) A Public Hearing in the Town of Weirgor. Owner: Bradley & Jodi Maus, VAR #26-002. Part of the NW ¼ of the SW ¼; S17, T37N, R07W; Parcel #030-737-17-3203; Tax ID#31912; 1.55 total acres; Zoned Forestry One (F-1). Application for an after-the-fact placement of a 12.5’ x 24’ shed, located 69.5’ to the centerline of State Hwy 48. Variance requested as: Sawyer County Code of Ordinances- Appendix D – Section 4.21(1) would require the prior granting of a Variance for any structure located closer than the 130’ of the centerline of a State Hwy 48. Kozlowski reads the application, staff report, Town recommendation, there were no opinion letters returned. Bradley Maus, owner speaks in favor of the application. Discussion held with Maus, and the Board. Jackie Jordan, neighbor speaks in favor. Discussion held by Board, Maus and Kozlowski. Motion by Gerber to approve the application as presented. Second by Chabek. No discussion held. Vote finds Four (4) yes to One (1) no. Findings of Fact: 1) Page 3 of 37 2 Conditions unique to the property. 2) There is no change in use. 3) There is no harm to the public interest. Application approved. b) A Public Hearing in the Town of Ojibwa. VAR #26-003. Owner: James & Mary Pokrop. Part of Government Lot 1; S04, T38N, R06W; Parcel #020-638-04-5101; Tax ID#20476; .930 total acres; Zoned Residential One (R-1). Application for placement of a storage, accessory shed, 13’ x 21’ with eaves, on the west edge of the concrete apron in front of existing garage. Proposed accessory structure to be located 94’ form the centerline of State Hwy 27 & 45’ to OHWM of the Chippewa River. Variance requested as: Per Sawyer County Code of Ordinances – Appendix D – Section 4.21(1), the setback line for a Class A highway shall be 130’ from the centerline of the highway, or 66’ from the right-of-way line, whichever is greater. Applicant is requesting a reduced centerline setback of 94’ from the centerline. Additionally, per Sawyer County Zoning Ordinance, Appendix – B, Section 6.1(1), structures shall be setback 75’ from the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) of any Navigable Waters. Applicant is requesting a reduced setback of 45’ from the OHWM. Kozlowski reads the application, staff report, Town recommendation. There was one (1) opinion letter returned and one (1) DNR letter returned. All were read by the Board. James Pokrup, owner speaks in favor of the application. Discussion held by the Board, Pokrup and Kozlowski. No other comments. Discussion continues. Motion by Beran to approve the application as presented. Second by Christians. Discussion held. Vote finds Four (4) to One (1). Findings of Fact: 1) A minimal relaxation of code is being granted. 2) Very little or no buildable area exists. 3) There is no harm to public interest. Application approved. c) A Public Hearing in the Town of Hayward. VAR #26-004. Grand Pines Condo South, Declaration #332523; Unit 1 & 1/5 interest in common elements; S36, T41N, R08W; Parcel #010-226-000100; Tax ID#10190; .900 total acres; Zoned Residential/Recreational One (RR-1). Application is for: reduced water setback for 180’ sq. foot patio located 24’ from Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) of Little Round Lake. Variance is requested as: Sawyer County Ordinance Appendix – B, Section 6.1 (1) requires a variance for any structure placed closer than 75; for the shoreline of a navigable water does not fall under exemption 6.2 or 6.3. Kozlowski reads the application, staff report, Town recommendation with comments, no opinion letters were returned, one (1) DNR letter returned. All were read by the Board through email. Michael Barnes, owner speaks in favor. Discussion with Barnes, Board and Kozlowski. No other comments. Discussion by Board held. TJ Duffy advises. Discussion by Beran, Kozlowski and Board. TJ Duffy advises. Discussion continues. Motion to deny by Rusk as presented. Second by Chabek. No discussion held. Vote finds Five (5) to (0) to deny. Findings of Fact: 1) The landowner has reasonable use already. 2) Cumulative impacts can be foreseen. 3) A self-imposed hardship cannot be grounds for approval. The hardship is not due to unique physical features or limitations of the property and appears to be unique to the applicant as follows. 4) There are many other similar lots in the area. 5) This is a self-imposed hardship. 6) The variance will harm the public interest or neighboring land uses and damage the intent of the zoning code. 7) An approval would set a precedent. While a single variance may have limited impact, repeated reductions in shoreline setbacks can lead to cumulative effects on water quality, habitat and scenic value. Application is denied. NEW BUSINESS 1) Any other business that may come before the Committee for discussion. Discussion held with Kozlowski and Board. Cases coming up in the future and closed sessions. Page 4 of 37 3 ADJOURNMENT Motion to adjourn by Gerber at 7pm, second by Beran and Rusk. All in favor. Minutes prepared by Kathy Marks, Deputy Zoning & Conservation Administrator. Page 5 of 37 APPEAL OF DECISION MADE BY THE SAWYER COUNTY ZONING COMMITTEE Return Original Date: June 15,2026 if JUN 1 5 2026 f- Appellant(s): KDML Resort Properties, LLC SAWYER 0'"'' •' ZONING ADM;n:>^ . h:\riON Address: 7426N Buckley Drive. Havward. Wl- 54843 Telephone# 715-579-2847 Email: OAKSHORESRESORT@YAHOO.COM Property Description Part of Government Lot #3. Lot 2. CSM 14/386 #3622. (Includes Lot 1 CSM 18/195 #5475): S36. T40N. R08W_. PA^zas-L-^/0P7^ Deed# 438857 Acreage 3.92 Zone DistrictResidential / RecreationI TWO Present use of property Resort Used so continuously since (date) 1933 +/- The undersigned hereby requests a review of a decision made by the Sawyer County Zoning Committee at a public hearing held on: May 15. 2026 Decision by the Committee: Denied Appellant's application for a conditional use permit for a bar/cocktail lounge in existing building located on property. It is my opinion that the Committee (^/did not) keep within its jurisdiction when making its decision (Justify your opinion) Page 6 of 37 It is my opinion that the Committee (did/didjiotl proceed on the correct theory of law when making its decision. (Justify your opinion). The committee identified the proposed bar/cocktail lounoe was a orincipai structure or use of the oropertv. However, the primary use of the subiect property is a resort and the proposed bar/cocktail lounoe is a detached subordinate structure which is incidental to and customarily found in connection with a resort, includino several in close oroximitv to the subiect property. It is my opinion that the Committee's decision fwas/was not) arbitrary, oppressive or unreasonable and represented its will not its judgement. (Justify your opinion): The Committees determination of the proposed bar/cocktail lounoe was the principal use of the subiect oropertv and would be a "diminishment of the properties values" was not the result of the winnowina and siftina process but rather an unconsidered willful and irrational choice. It is my opinion that the evidence was such that the Committee (could/could not) have reasonably made the decision in question. (Justify your opinion): The committee discussed "diminishment of the orooertv values" in the event the conditional use permit was approved. However, the subiect oropertv had oreviouslv operated as a Bar for several vears and there are several bars located within close oroximitv of the subiect propertv. Further, there was no evidence the proposed bar/cocktail lounoe will be the primary use of the subiect oropertv. It is my (appellant) opinion that I am an aggrieved person (Any person whose substantial interests are adversely affected by a determination. Aggrieved person(s) may file appeals or appear in opposition to an application) because of the decision in question. The Board of Appeals is to determine whether they have jurisdiction to hear the appeal of an aggrieved person. Page 7 of 37 Sawver Countv Board of Appeals - Rules & Bv-Laws Section 5.12 Fees. The applicant/appellant shall pay such fees as may be from time to time established by the County Board, which amount shall be deposited with the Zoning Department or County Clerk for each application/appeal files before a public hearing will be scheduled. Any fees required for the copying of, reproduction of or the publishing of documents, photographs, or the copying of recorded audio or the copying or reproduction of any item related to the "record" created by a decision of the Sawyer County Zoning Administrator shall be the reasonability of the appellant and shall be paid to the Zoning Department or County Clerk prior to the Board conducting a public hearing on the appeal. The Zoning Deputy shall provide an Itemized bill to theappellant for payment. Any services required of an outside agency shall be at the direction of the Zoning Deputy and shall be billed to the appellant accordingly. Fee: $750.00 Date Paid Cash or Check# Appellant Signature(s}_ Name and Address of Aaent/Leoal Counsel Todd A. Smith, Smith & Smith Law, Ltd. PO Box 535 Rice Lake. Wl.. 54868 Phone 715-736-7100 Email: todd@ric8lakelawvers.com The above hereby make application for review of a decislon(s) made by the Sawyer County Zoning Committee. The above certify that: (1) the listed information and intentions are true and correct; (2) the above person(s) hereby give permission to the appointed Board of Appeals members charged with administrating the County Ordinances to have access to the property at any reasonable time for the purpose of inspection. Page 8 of 37 Page 9 of 37 Page 10 of 37 Page 11 of 37 Page 12 of 37 Page 13 of 37 Page 14 of 37 Page 15 of 37 Page 16 of 37 Page 17 of 37 Page 18 of 37 A Sawyer County Zoning & Conservation Department A SAWYER 10610 Main Street, Suite 49P O U N T Y Hayward, Wl 54843 iav.kozlowski@sawvercountvgov.org Fax(715)638-3277 (715)634-8288 VARIANCE REQUEST STAFF REPORT Applicant: Daniel & Jolene Altman 2243 IO"' Street White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Property Location: Town of Bass Lake. VAR #26-005. Part of Government Lot 4, Lot 1 CSM 14/104 #347) AFFCSM 15/223; 825. T40N, R09W; Parcel #032-940-25-5401; Tax ID #3676; .380 total acres; Zoned Residential/Recreational One (RR-1). Site address 14798W Camp Lane Summary of Request: Application for construction of a 9*2" x 11 *7" addition onto an existing non-conforming dwelling located 6.5" at the closest point to Grindstone Lake. The addition would be located at 41" at the closest point. Within the 9"2" x 11*7" proposed addition there is already a 5"6" x 6*6" structure that would be replaced in the existing footprint. The net increase of expansion would be 70.32 sq. feet. Variance requested as; Per Sawyer County code of Ordinance - Appendix B - Section 6.1 would require the prior granting of a Variance for any structure located closer than 75" to the ordinary high water mark (OHWM) of a navigable water that isn"t exempt under 6.1 or 6.2 or meets the requirement of Section 11.3. The proposed 70.32 sq. feet expansion is proposed at 41" to the OHWM of Grindstone Lake. All other setbacks to be met. Project History/On-site Notes/Comments: An onsite inspection was conducted on 06/12/26 by Jay Kozlowski. At the time of onsitc measurements were taken for the applicant"s proposed variance request. In conversations with the applicant, they arc wanting to construct this addition to get the existing pressure tank and other mechanicals under a new all in one addition with the main house but also to add an additional doorway entry in this location. The existing house itself is very close to both side lot lines, but the proposed variance request would not increase any non-confonnity with the side lot lines. All other setbacks arc met including impervious surface totals of approximately 10.33%. No other shoreline exemptions would be allowed and this request is for a reduced water setback variance. Page 19 of 37 Hardship/Justification: Variances seek a relaxation of a standard in the code. The decision to grant a variance must be supported by practical justification, which includes 1.) That the code is unnecessarily burdensome and the landowner is not able to enact a permitted use without a relaxation of the standard; 2.) There are unique limitations on the property that prevent the landowner from meeting the required dimensional standard; and 3.) if the variance is granted, no harm will be done to the public interest or the zoning code. It is the applicants' responsibility to present the case and provide the "burden of proof as to why the variance should be granted. The personal situation of the applicant, financial hardship, convenience, a growing family, or nearby violations cannot be considered as valid reasons to grant a variance. Board Decision Checklist: (Approval Reasons): An unnecessary hardship is present and the current code requirements would be unnecessarily burdensome and prevent the applicant from using the property for a permitted use because: (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property. May add or delete to this list): 1. No other alternatives exist. 2. The impacts of construction are being minimized by mitigation. 3. A minimal relaxation of code is being granted. 4. A permitted use is not possible on this property without a variance approval. 5. The circumstances are beyond the control of the applicant, and are unique to the property not the applicant. 6. The lot predates zoning regulations. 7. The construction matches the lot and available area. The hardship/unreasonably burdensome limitation of setbacks is due to unique physical features or limitations of the property and not the circumstances of the applicant as follows: (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property. May add or delete to this list): 1. Very little or no buildable area exists. 2. The buildable area lot is very narrow. 3. The lot depth is very shallow. 4. Steep slopes exist. 5. The setbacks overlap here. 6. There is no other room for a septic system. 7. Overall small lot size. 8. Erosion exists. The variance will not harm the public interest or neighboring land uses, and damage the intent of the zoning code because: (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property. May add or delete to this list): 4-:—Visibility is good at the driveway location; 2-.—Traffic is light. 3. The septic will be upgraded. 4-.—Traffic is slowed here; —A turnaround is proposed. 6. This would make a bad situation better. 7. Good vegetation exists or is proposed. Page 20 of 37 8. The proposed use will not harm the public, zoning code, or neighboring land uses if conditions are followed. 9. A literal enforcement of the zoning code would be unnecessarily burdensome. 10. The testimony in opposition has been considered but no valid reasons could be found to deny. (Approval Conditions): Therefore, the requested variance is hereby approved with the following conditions: (add or delete as needed): 1. The development must be in substantial compliance with the site plan and testimony provided at the public hearing. 2. The first floor elevation and filling and grading shall be done in accordance with the site plan and additional information provided at the public heoring. 3. The non-conforming must be removed within days from the time the Land Use Permit is submitted. 4. All other required setbacks must be complied with. 5. All permits must be obtained, including land use, building, and sanitary. 6. All code requirements must be complied with. 7. It is the responsibility of the builder and landowner to protect the neighboring lots, lake, and road during construction. 8. Standard or Individual (pick one) erosion control and/or stormwater management plans (again either or both can be picked) must be in place prior to construction starting. 9. The driveway shall meet all code spociricationo and ohall provide suitable turnaround to prevent backing onto tho road. 10. The applicant will allow agents of Sawyer County access to the property to ensure compliance with the terms of this decision. Sawyer County codes, and state and federal Laws. 11. The Board agrees with the concerns of DNR but on-site observations and conditions of approval should mitigate those concerns. (Denial Reasons): Unnecessary hardship is not present and the code requirements are not unnecessarily burdensome and will not prevent the owner from using the property for a permitted use because (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property): 1. The land owner has reasonable use already. 2. Cumulative impacts can be foreseen. 3. A self-imposed hardship cannot be grounds for an approval. 4. The Board concurs with the concerns expressed by 5. Other alternatives exist such as building in another location or building a smaller structure. 6. A loss of profit or inconvenience is not a hardship. The hardship is not due to unique physical features or limitations of the property and appear to be unique to the applicant as follows (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property): 1. There are many other similar lots in area. 2. The code requirements are not unnecessarily burdensome and should be adhered to. 3. The hardship is unique to the property owner. 4. This is a self-imposed hardship. 5. No hardship noted. 6. A loss of profit is not a hardship. 7. No unique lot features were noted by the Board. Page 21 of 37 The variance will harm the public interest or neighboring land uses, and damage the intent of the zoning code because (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property): 1. An approval would set a precedent. 2. Public safety could be compromised. 3. This would make a bad situation worse. 4. An increase in water runoff and erosion is anticipated. 5. Harm to water quality is anticipated. 6. The proposal appears to be for convenience to the landowner only. 7. An approval would undermine the code and harm the neighboring properties and public interest at large. 8. The landowner should pursue other locations or building plans. (Denial Conditions): Therefore, the requested variance is hereby denied with the following conditions (Board of Appeals to choose specific conditions unique to property): 1. The must be removed within days 2. The applicant will allow agents of Sawyer County access to the property to ensure compliance with the terms of this decision. Sawyer County Codes, and State and Federal Laws. (Tabled): The requested variance is tabled to the ( ) business meeting or ( ) public hearing scheduled for , 2026. 1. This will allow the applicant to complete the following: 2. The applicant is instructed to contact the to attempt a resolution. 3. A plat of survey or Certified Survey Map must be made to accurately locate lot lines, buildings, and ROW'S. 4. A better site plan with elevations drawings is necessary. 5. An erosion control and stormwater management plan is required, and must be approved by ZAC to address those issues. Page 22 of 37 SAWYER COUNTY Town of Bass Lake County of Sawyer Variance Application fl 00 S TO; Sawyer County Zoning & Conservation Administration 10610 Main Street. Suite "A9 Hayward, Wisconsin S4843 Email: Kathy.marksgJsawyercountygov.org Phone: 715-634-8288 Owner: Daniel & Jolene Aliman 2243 JOthStr€€t WhiieBfiar LakfiMN f53110 7^3-2: Phone number: E-mail address:. Dgscfiption: PA/^Fku Prt Govt Lot 4, Lot I CSM 113471 r\a<jA^rhra. @ aoi.COfYy site address: 14798W Camp Lane ( Jofcne ) : » jgz) rtmo^ ACAlbs Acreage:. Zone District:. Application is for. Construction of a 9'2" X117" addition onto an existing non-conforming dwelling located 6.5' at the closest point to Grindstone lake. The addition would be located at 41' at the closest point. Within the 9'2"x n'7" proposed additioh'there is already a 5'6" X 6'6" structure that would be replaced in the existing footprint. The net increase of expansion would oe 70.32 sq ft. Variance is requested as: ^ , Per the Sawyer County Code of Ordinance -Appendix B-Seetion 6.1 would require the prior granting ot a variance for any structure located closer than 75' to the ordinary high water mark (QHWM) of a navigable water that isn't exempt under 6.1. 6.2 or meets the requirements of Section 11.3 The proposed 70.32 SG It expansion" is proposed at 41' to the OHWM ol Grindstone Lake Public Hearing Date:. Other Information: August 18th. 2026 Signature of Agent{s) Signature ol Owner(s) The above person (s) hereby make application for a Variance. The above certify that the listed information and Intentions are true and correct. I (we) consent to County Officials, elected Zoning Officials, and appointed Board of Appeals members charged with administrating County Ordinances to have access to the above described property at any reasonable time for the purpose of Inspection. (October 2023) $750.00 Page 23 of 37 Real Estate sawyer County Property Listing Today's Date: 6/16/2026 Property Status: Current Created On: 2/6/2007 7:55:08 AM ^ Oescriotion Updated: 12/17/2025 Tax ID: 3676 PIN: 57-002-2-40-09-2S-5 05-004-000010 Legacy PIN: 002940255401 Map ID: :4.1 Munidpalitv: (002) TOWN OF BASS LAKE STR: 525 T40N R09W Description: PRT GOVT LOT 4 LOT 1 GSM 14/104 #3471 AFFCSM 15/223 Recorded Acres: 0.380 Caicuiated Acres: 0.387 Lottery Claims: 0 Hrst DoHar: Ves Waterbody: Grindstone Lake Zoning: (RRl) Residenttal/Recreaticnai One ESN: 406 ^ Ownership DANIEL 3 & JOLENE R ALTMAN Updated: 12/17/2025 WHITE BEAR LAKE MN Biilina Address: DANIEL J & JOLENE R ALTMAN 2243 lOTH ST WHITE BEAR LAKE MN 55110 Mailing Address: DANIELJ &JOLENE R ALTMAN 2243 lOTH ST WHITE BEAR LAKE MN 55110 I'' Site Address 14798W CAMP IN • indicates Private Road HAYWARD 54843 □ Property Assessment 2026 Assessment Detail Updated: 9/20/2024 Tribal Exempt CD Code Acres Land Imp. ^ Tax Di.strirts Updated: 2/6/2007 Gl-RESIDENTIAL 0.380 190,400 175,300 1 State of Wisconsin 2-Year Comparison 2025 2026 Change 57 Sawyer County Land; 190,400 190,400 0.0% 002 Town of Bass Lake Improved: 175,300 175,300 0.0% 572478 Hayward Community School District Total: 365,700 365,700 0.0% 001700 Technical College • Recorded Documents □ WARRANTY DEED Updated: 2/9/2026 Property History N/A . - Q DESIGNATION OF TOD BENEFICIARY Date Recorded: 2/6/2026 459019 O MAP OF SURVEY Date Recorded: 2/18/2025 25409-38 Q MAP OF SURVEY Date Recorded: 2/12/2025 2S409-.37 Q WARRANTY DEED Date Recorded: 10/17/2001 29494? Wn769/4fi? Q AFFIDAVIT OF CORR C5M Date Recorded: 1/5/1994 239744 S CERTIFIED SURVEY MAP Date Recorded: 11/21/1991 226408 Page 24 of 37 APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE SAWYER COUNTY BOARD OF APPEALS - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (To be completed by applicant) Completed by g*! (First Name) (MI) (Last Name) The purpose of this form is to provide you with information that pertains to the granting of "area/dimensional" variances and to assist you in preparing for your presentation before the Sawyer County Board of Appeals. Use additional paper for responses if required. Example responses are not related to any variance ever reviewed by the Board of Appeals. This form will become a part of your application packet and is to be returned to the Zoning Department by the variance application deadline. Part 1. Applicant supplied information. Current use of your property & improvements - (e.g., "Property contains a residential home with a detached garage."). Prop^r-Z-y C-onfains ol home. iA//4-hga.rQ.ge^' Describe the variance requested - (e.g., "Add a 15' x 20' addition to the side of the home."). . _ room or +h&- Cory\tr . Af!^prOY.r/yia4e n^-h *rc.re.<^se. Describe the effects on the property if the variance is not granted - (e.g., "The addition is required for year-round living and protecting property value."). jtlCf>an5ioti Is ruc4cd -ho ^rof&cdr Cri-tiCAf p((A.mbin^ 4- r/lc(yACLn''Ca( ^fsfe^s , rtcluce y-isks, iCon-Po f-m'tna StdC^ Cnfr^ce. . Descnbe alternatives to the requested variance such as other locations, designs and construction techniques. Attach a site map showing alternatives that vou considered in each category below. a) Alternatives you considered;that will comply with existing standards. If you find such an altemative, you may move forward with this option with a regular permit. If you rejected compliant alternatives, provide the reasons that you rejected them. ^ (e.g., "Space is not available to expand in any other direction or location. House is too close to the side lot lines and the lake." , i6 very lim'iM -to lof lin^S 'b) Alternatives you considered that require a lesser variance and reasons you rejected them. (e.g., "Addition is the minimum size that is required."). fione^ Page 25 of 37 Describe the impact on vour property and adjacent pronerties if the variance is granted, (e.g., "Erosion during construction - will be controlled with silt fencing. After construction there will be a greater impervious surface area. Gutters and downspouts will be used to divert water away from other properties and the lake. Shoreline buffer zone will be planted with native vegetation, trees ' lat/ocA.t Nci^kbor^ : zWtnincLit Cncroac^^ menf propcHi itne As the Board reviews these variance requests, please keep in mind that the applicant has the burden of proving that their request meets all of the statutory requirements for the granting of a variance for each variance request. That is, the applicant must prove that they will suffer unnecessary hardship if the provisions in the County's Zoning Ordinances are literally enforced. The Wisconsin Supreme Court has made it clear that proof of unnecessary hardship by itself does not entitle an applicant to a variance. All three statutory variance criteria (three-step test) must be satisfied in order to grant a variance Part 2; Three-Step Test. To qualify for your requested variance, you must demonstrate that your property meets the following three criteria. This is known as the "three-step test."" 1) Unique Pronertv Limitations. Unique physical limitations of the property such as steep slopes or wetlands that are not generally shared by other properties must prevent compliance with ordinance requirements. The circumstances of an applicant (growing family, need for a larger garage etc.) are not a factor in deciding variances. Nearby ordinance violations, prior variances or lack of objections from neighbors or the Town Board do not provide a basis for granting a variance. Do unique physical characteristics of your property prevent compliance with the ordinance? ^ Yes. Where are they located on your property? Please show the boundaries of these features on the site map that you used to describe alternatives considered. (e.g., "There is a wetland area that extends around one side of the house and also behind the house."). P/M5C. see a.4^0LcMcci O No. A variance cannot be granted. Page 26 of 37 2) No Harm to Public Interests. A variance may not be granted which results in harm to public interests. In applying this test, the Board of Appeals must consider impacts of your proposal and the cumulative impacts of similar projects on the interests of the neighbors and the entire community. Some, but not necessarily all of these considerations are: (1) Public health, safety and welfare, (2) water quality, (3) fish and wildlife habitat, (4) natural scenic beauty, (5) minimization of property damages and (6) achievement of eventual compliance for nonconforming uses, structures and lots. Explain how the granting of this variance would not harm the public interests or how it may even enhance the public interests. 3) Unnecessarv 1 lardshio. An applicant may not claim hardship because of conditions which are self- imposed or created by a prior owner (for example, excavating a pond on a vacant lot and then arguing that there is no suitable location for a home.). Courts have also determined that economic or financial hardship does not justify a variance. When determining whether unnecessary hardship exists, the property as a whole is considered rather than just a portion of the parcel. You are applying for an "area variance.' An area variance relaxes a dimensional standard such as a setback, frontage, lot area, or height. For an area variance, unnecessarv hardship exists when compliance would unreasonablv prevent the owner from using the pronertv for a permitted purpose or would render conformitv with such restrictions unnecessarily burdensome. Is unnece-ssary hardship present? ^Yes. Describe. PIzASe aJ^<SLchecf Q No. A variance cannot be granted. Page 27 of 37 Unique Property Limitations We have a very narrow, unusually shaped lot that leaves insufficient buildable width. Therefore, it would not be feasible to move our cabin back per current required setback. We would actually lose square footage. Also, the current configuration of the cabin requires entry from the side, which is encroaching on the neighbor's property. An attached utility room enables a more appropriate and respectful site layout. We would move the entrance to the other side, which would eliminate the encroachment and allow us direct access to the utility room from the cabin. No Harm to Public Interests The variance will not result in harm to public interests. There is no harm to public health, safety, and welfare. It will not affect the water quality, or the fish and wildlife habitat, as it is not located near the lake. It will help us achieve compliance by removing the nonconforming entryway, which is encroaching on our neighbor's property. Unnecessary Hardship The utility room houses essential systems. Requiring these systems to be in a detached structure creates a safety risk, especially during the winter months (slips, falls, and exposure-related hazards). An attached utility room allows safe, climate-controlled access to these essential systems year-round. Plumbing and mechanical systems are more effectively protected from freezing, moisture, and weather damage if they are part of the cabin structure. Page 28 of 37 Sawyer County Zoning Administration Inspection Report r o O ?3 O Owner(s) Daniel & Jolenc Altman Address 2243 10"' Street White Bear Lake. 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