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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 13,1995 ( #13 - 92079 Rick Perry - Continued) • Mabusth noted the elevations of the property. The ability to gain access to the rear of the property is very tight. The only gently sloped area is in the rear and is needed as an alternate septic site. This leaves the only suitable area for expansion within the street yard. The amended addition at 20'x22' would be redesigned to minimize the height from the street and side. Mabusth noted that all of the neighbors have signed off on their acknowledgement forms. Callahan and Goetten said they were both at the Planning Commission meeting and did not feel that the Planning Commission erred in their actions. Callahan commented that the addition is the same as requested in the 1970's. Mabusth said the additional area is needed for the applicant's collector cars and storage needs of a maturing family. Jabbour said he saw enough hardship to place the structure in front of the principal structure with the narrowness of the lot for a side setback variance. He believes the applicant has the right to the garage, and the location is satisfactory due to the topography of the land. is Mabusth said the Planning Commission questioned how much accessory structure should be necessary. She did note, however, that the addition would still keep property under the allowed total area for accessory structures on this property. Callahan said an approval would not be granted for other reasons such as business use if not used for the applicant's collection. Perry said it was his desire to keep his vehicles and equipment stored inside. He would like to remain living on this property and would be willing to enter into a covenant calling for elimination of the structure if he moved. Goetten said she was concerned with additional structure. Perry said the property would not support any more structure. Jabbour said he had no problem with the application. Mabusth noted the applicant proposes reduction in structure size, the planting of landscaping and minimizing the roof line. She also said the applicant was willing to execute a covenant to remove the structure if he moved. The Council did not want such a covenant. Kelley moved, Goetten seconded, to approve Application #2079 and directed Staff to prepare a formal resolution for Council action at the November 27, 1995, meeting. Vote: • Ayes 4, Nays 0. 11