04-17-1995 Planning Commission Minutes

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• MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON APRIL 17, 1995 ( #5 - #2008 Tessa Marchessault /Gregory Becker - Continued) Peterson commented that there is 100% hardcover in the 250' -500' zone, where 30% is allowable. The applicant commented that the areas of hardcover were done prior to his owning the property and must have been obtained through the proper channels. Rowlette responded that permits are not needed for driveways. The applicant was informed that when applications come before the commission, this is the only opportunity for the City to make changes to areas of excess hardcover. It was also noted that the purpose in the limitations of hardcover is to serve the lake. Nolan moved, Schroeder seconded, to approve Application #2008 for two additions with the stipulation that the hardcover be reduced by the removal of the rock area on the west side of the home adjacent to the sidewalk and a reduction in the concrete block patio to 5'x5' in the 75 -250' zone, and the removal of the upper driveway asphalt area east of the garage in the 250 -500' zone. Ayes 6, Nays 0. (#6) #2009 TOM & MAUREEN PALM, 1685 CONCORDIA STREET, AMENDED VARIANCE APPLICATION - PUBLIC HEARING 7 :40 -8 :16 P.M. The Certificate of Mailing and Affidavit of Publication were noted. Mr. & Mrs. Palm were present. This property is located at the north end of Concordia and was approved for a second story addition above the existing building envelope for an average lakeshore setback variance, lakeshore setback variance within the 0 -75' zone, and for hardcover variance. The applicant's builder advised them not to proceed with the remodel but to remove the existing structure and rebuild. The new residence structure would be located 50' from the shoreline and a 10x30' lakeside deck located at 40' from the shoreline. Mabusth noted questions associated with the elevation and floor plan. The cantilevered window would extend 2.5' into the lakeshore setback. The roofed entry at approximately the same depth also encroaches into the lakeshore setback area. Mabusth said the additions are part of the principal structure and must meet the 50' setback. The applicant clarified the need to meet the 50' setback and agreed to adjust the plans to meet this setback. The deck is shown at the 40' setback. The applicant reported receiving DNR approval from Ceil Strauss for the deck's location regarding the DNR regulations. Mabusth commented that the City has received phone calls and letters from neighbors • voicing their approval of the current proposal. 4