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� � o� 0 0 C ITY of ORONO � � ti �',�L �G'�' RESOLUTION OF T��T,� COUNCIL `�k'Es�i�g' NO. 4. Code changes since 1987 that have an impact on expansion of this structure include: a) In 1989 the Oversize Accessory Structure Ordinance was adopted, which allows structures over 1,000 s.f. area, based on the size of the lot; tlie existing and proposed structure no longer require a variance, but are subject to certain restrictions via covenants; and b) In 1992 the Shoreland Ordinailce was adopted which declared Lydiard Lake as a Natural Environment Lake requiriiig a 150' setback for structures, hence most pre-existing structures less than 150' froin the shore became legal nonconformities. The result of these Code revisions is that expansion of the existing garage /guest house now requires a location variance, but the size of the proposed structure fits within tlie limits for the 6.3 acre lot in wllich it is located, requiring the establishment of an additional covenant. 5. The Planning Commission reviewed this application at a public hearing held on May 15, 2006 and on a vote of 4-1 recommended approval of the lakeshore setback variance as proposed, subj ect to execution of the standard Oversize Accessory Structure Covenant, based on the following findings: a) The existing location of the building is a hardship, and expansion of it in the proposed location and style will not be detrimental to the lake nor be out of character with the neighborhood. b) The building more than meets other setback requirements, and is located to have no impact on views of the lake enjoyed by neighboring property owners, c) The existing building is connected to a septic system that was new in 2005, and the proposed addition does not increase the expected water use of the building. Page 2 of 6