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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD JULY 13, 1992 ZONING FILE #1739 - CONT. Nelson noted that the survey does not indicate the trees are to remain. He stated that the area in front of the pool is actually a Minnesota woodlands. He said that removal of the designated trees will allow the other trees better lighting. He noted they intend to replant bushes on the slope because it is very steep. Mabusth reported that she and'the City Engineer inspected the site. She stated the Engineer's report did not specifically address the loss of trees as it would be minimal in light of-the adjacent heavy treed area. She felt it was better to install quick growing vegetation on the. newly installed slopes to prevent further erosion. Jabbour stated that Butler's concern was.preventative measures to ensure the other.trees wouldn't.die. Nelson noted that the trees provide privacy for the pool area, and he is very concerned about maintaining the existing vegetation. It was moved by Jabbour, seconded by Goetten; to adopt-Resolution #3137 for Application #1739 for Albin Nelson, 500 Oxford Road, approving a conditional use permit to allow filling in excess of 100 cubic yards. Ayes 3, nays 0. ( #5) #1741 RODNEY & SHARON BATZLAFF, 1115 BROWN ROAD SOUTH VARIANCE - RESOLUTION #3138 Mr. Batzlaff was present. Moorse explained that this application involves a request for a variance to construct a detached.garage to be placed in the front setback area and within 23' of the right -of -way. Mabusth noted that the applicants have agreed to move the shed in the rear yard that encroached the north side of the property line. It was moved by Goetten,' seconded by Mayor Peterson, to adopt Resolution #3138 for Application #1741 for Rodney and Sharon Batzlaff'of 1115 Brown Road South, approving variances to construct a detached "garage in the front yard setback area. Ayes 3, nays 0.