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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, October 16, 2017 6:30 o'clock p.m. Staff recommends approval of the requested variances if the Planning Commission finds the practical difficulties reasonable. A recommendation for approval should be contingent upon the applicant receiving approval from Hennepin County for moving the driveway access on a county road. If not approved, this could change the shape of the driveway altering the hardcover of the site. Kathryn Alexander, Architect, stated they have a signature supporting the project from the property owner to the south and that they have tried to contact the neighbor to the north but have been unsuccessful. Alexander indicated she can answer any questions the Planning Commission may have. Thiesse requested she address the drainage and the driveway. Alexander noted it is only the lake side that was raised as well as a little bit on each side of the house. Alexander pointed out the areas that would be raised on the survey and pointed out a portion of the area that slopes back down toward Shadywood. Thiesse asked if there is a swale in the area near Shadywood. Alexander indicated there is a swale there and that the neighbor's property to the south is actually higher than this property. Alexander stated in speaking with the surveyor, he indicated he would have no problem making sure there could be a swale in that area. Alexander stated the reason for raising the grade is that it is very close to the OHWL and that there will only a partial basement under the house. Alexander noted there is a crawl space that is 3'/10.5" tall and they raised the back side in order to get enough crawl space. Alexander indicated they are still working on the driveway with Hennepin County. Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 9:41 p.m. There were no public comments relating to this application.