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September 7, 2012 Page 5 (6) The variance, if granted, is the minimum variance that makes possible the reasonable use of the land, building or structure; and The Applicant has maximized the number of parking spaces that can be provided on-site to satisfy what is expected to be the "real" parking demand for the Proposed Project. Therefore, the variance requested is the minimum variance needed. (7) The grant of the variance is in harmony with the general intent and purpose of these LDRs, is not injurious to the neighborhood, or otherwise detrimental to the public safety and welfare and will not substantially diminish or impair property values within the vicinity. In addition to 26 existing public parking spaces that are located immediately adjacent to the north and west of the Property, the City is in discussions with FDOT regarding the potential construction of additional public parking under the eastbound lanes of the Sunny Isles Boulevard bridge. Approximately 40 spaces could be built in this location. Furthermore, the City is currently constructing a 314-space public parking garage that is located approximately 1,200 feet to the east of the Property. Therefore, in the near future there will be approximately 400 public parking spaces within a 5-minute walk of the Property. This large inventory of nearby public parking spaces will serve as overflow parking for special events at the Property and will ensure that overflow parking does not detrimentally impact neighboring properties. We respectfully request the favorable review of the Proposed Project and request the City Commission's approval of the site plan and variance for reduced off-street parking for the Proposed Project. The Proposed Project will provide a needed community center, place of worship and pre-school for the Orthodox Jewish community and provide a public benefit in the form of the public baywalk and improvements to the public park. Orthodox Jewish law prohibits parishioners from driving on the Sabbath and this directly impacts the rate at which required parking is needed for the Proposed Project. Further, the Property's narrow dimensions make it highly impracticable to provide all of the required parking on-site. Sincere Nelsen O. Kasdin I (25148759;1)