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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD APRIL 22, 1991 ( #9)ZONING FILE #1626 -TRAFF CONTINUED Traff replied, "One of the compromises I reached with the Lacys was that trees would be planted on their side since the new home would be more closely located to their property. I think it is fair to say that trees will be planted between the Mitchell and Traff house." Bob Mitchell said, "Mr. Traff has cut a deal with the Lacys involving additional screening. It is customary for agreements to bia required in light of granting Variances. There is nothing to say otherwise that Mr. Traff could plant trees 10 years from now. Council requires landscape plans with commercial s-_te plans. We are asking Council 'to set some minimum standard for landscaping so we have an understanding of what the degree of screening between Mitchells and Traffs will be." Goetten indicated that, as she understood it, Council did not have the authority to specifically require someone to plant a certain number of trees. Bob Mitchell disagreed. Jabbour asked Barrett for his opinion. Barrett said, "My opinion differs from that of Mr. Mitchell, in t:zat t:ze Mitchell property is nat affected by this application. I do not understand what the basis would be for including additional requirements or conditions." Bob Mitchell replied, "The lot is supposed to•be two acres in size and the width should be greater than it is at that point. The existing house is way over on the other side. The new' house will be much larger and closer to the Mitchells' property line, and the negative impact on their house is much more severe. Mr. Traff has already agreed to provide additional Landscaping in exchange for the Lacys' approval of his plans. I do not think it is unreasonable to a.sk for a -.,imilar arrangement with t:ze Mitchells." Bernhardson stated that if Council conceptually approves th -is application this evening, the resolution would be brought forward at the May 13t.h meeting. He suggested that would provide an opportunity for Mr. Traff and Mr. Mitchell to mutually agree on a screening plan. Council agreed that Mr. Traff could take that opportunity if he wished, but that it would not be required. It was :roved by Goetten, seconded by Mayor Peterson, to conceptually approve the side setback, lot area and lot width Variances to construct a •zew home at 2683 North Shore Drive. Staff is directed to prepare an appropriate resolution and . - 13 -