§ 81.201 VARIANCES
   In such individual situations where, by reason of exceptional topographic, dimensional, or shape, or other special conditions of the site, the enforcement of this chapter would create an undue hardship on the applicant, that applicant may appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals for relief from specific provisions. In granting such variances, the Board of Adjustment shall make supporting findings, including the following:
   (A)   The specific conditions and detail which are unique to the applicant’s land and do not exist on other land within the same zone.
   (B)   The manner in which the strict application of the provisions of this chapter would deprive the applicant of a reasonable use of the land in a manner equivalent to the use permitted other landowners in the same zone.
   (C)   That any unique conditions and circumstances are not the result of actions of the applicant subsequent to the adoption of this chapter.
   (D)   Reasons that the variance will preserve, not harm, the public safety and welfare, and will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood.
(Ord. passed 1-9-73; Am. Ord. passed 7-20-76, § 6)