§ 141-15. Variances and exceptions.

A. 

Where there are practical difficulties, unusual circumstances or design innovation involved, the regulatory officer may recommend and the Town Board may grant variances from any of the provisions and regulations of this chapter, except those related to the Tioga County Health Department, New York State Department of Health or New York State Department of Environmental Conservation requirements.

B. 

Requests for a variance shall be in writing from the owner or the agent of the owner.

C. 

In considering a request for variance, the Town Board shall be guided by the circumstances of the situation and the intent of the applicant and shall act as to protect the best interests of the community.

D. 

The Town Board shall have the right to make any such variance conditioned upon such terms and restrictions as it, in its sole discretion, shall deem appropriate to protect the interests of the community. Such conditions may include, but are not limited to, placing conditions and/or restrictions on the use of the premises by deed or otherwise.