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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, November 20, 2017 6:30 o'clock p.m. over 75 feet from the edge of the water to the boathouse. Schottler stated in their view they are using the land in a reasonable manner and not asking for anything out of the ordinary. Schottler stated the reason for the variance is the cove since the cove creates a special condition and is peculiar to this property and the immediately adjoining property. The condition this cove presents does not apply to many other structures in the district. Schottler displayed a photograph depicting the view from the porch to the property located at 2730 Shadywood Road. Schottler noted from their deck and back yard, those neighbors are unable to see into the back yard. The neighbor on the other side is also unable to see the porch since there is dense foliage between the two properties. Schottler displayed some photographs depicting the cove from the edge of the porch. Measuring from the water's edge of the cove, it is a little over 75 feet and approximately 144 feet to the main body of water. Schottler stated they wanted to work with their neighbors and the City and it is unfortunate that the variance is being requested after the fact. Schottler indicated they wanted to build something that went with the rest of the neighborhood and that they want to follow the rules. Schottler stated in their view the porch not only adds to their property but to the area. Land 'aver asked when they started the project. Schottler indicated they have worked in the past with contractors where they have gotten the permits and in this case they worked with somebody who said they would take care of everything. Schottler indicated they were traveling, and when they came back, there was a stop work order. Schottler indicated he has not heard from the contractor again and that there currently is no electrical in the porch as well as some soffits that need to be completed. Schottler stated he was told obtaining the variance is the first step and that they are willing to redo things to make sure everything is done correctly. Thiesse asked who the contractor was. Schottler indicated it was Duane Fredrickson of Master Carpentry and that he will not respond to his phone calls.