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t ' MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING — OCTOBER 14, 1991 (##4) ##1573 CAROL KELLY /JAMES MASSEY, 3020/3030 CASCO POINT ROAD A) REQUEST FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATION REGARDING PARK FEE — REPORT BY CITY ATTORNEY - B) FINAL SUBDIVISION Carol Kelly was present for this application. Moorse explained that this is a subdivision application that has been before the Council prior to this meeting. He noted that there are a couple of issues that need to be resolved, the first being the amount of the park dedication fee to be paid, and the second when that fees needs to be paid. He noted that the assessor has reduced the valuation to $72,000, thereby reducing the fee due to $5,760. He explained that payment of the fee is a condition of final subdivision approval, due prior to filing the plat. Goetten asked if the second lot could be sold without final subdivision approval. Jabbour noted that it could not, however the applicant could defer payment of the park fee until a later date, but the valuation would then be recalculated from the payment date. Barrett noted that he was incorrect in his original finding at the last meeting, and that the Council does have the option to delay action on the final plat, however, the valuation would then be calculated from that extended time period. Mabusth explained the applicant has a six month period in which to file the plat once the Council has granted final subdivision approval. Kelly noted that she has been trying to complete the subdivision for 1 1/2 years, and it was originally filed under the old park dedication fee ordinance which would have required a $400 payment. She has'since lost two potential buyers because of the status of the subdivision. Goetten noted the Council understands the problems with this application. Kelly noted that she has spent approximately $20,000 on the entire subdivision and all required improvements to the property. She noted that had she been told of the additional park fees in August, she would have discontinued the application and saved approximately $4,200. Jabbour suggested that they approve the final plat but do not file it for the six month allowed period of time. Mabusth noted that after the six months, applicant could request an extension with no additional fees. E!