08-21-1995 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 21, 1995 ( #9 - #2048 James & Joann Jundt - Continued) Mabusth said the septic is non - conforming, and it is being questioned what affect the apartment would have on the septic. Mabusth said it is a good idea to ask for septic inspections. Peterson agreed that the goal is not to allow the septic to fail. Crawford noted that this property was considered a hot spot for sewering at one time, and the applicant has been dealing with this issue throughout all the applications. Schroeder added that the City cannot allow more people to reside on the property than the septic can handle. He is in favor of inspections; and if the system fails, Schroder said that would affect the conditional use permit. The property has two separate septic units, one for the main residence and one for the accessory structures. The septic units do not meet the separation requirements. Peterson commented that normal inspections occur every two years. This property, according to Peterson, should be inspected more often. Schroder moved, Lindquist seconded, for approval of a studio within the oversized accessory structure, subject to conditions of the CUP with inspections of existing relevant • system every two months to show its capability in handling the increased usage. A charge will be incurred by the applicant for extra inspection time. Gafl'ron remarked that the earliest date for sewering of the property would be the end of 1996. It is Staffs sense that the septic is not running out onto the ground, but noted the 3' separation is not met. It is possible that the system may not be able to handle the usable wastes during this period of time. If this is found to be true, the septic would need to be pumped out on a regular basis. There were no public comments. Ayes 6, Nays 0. Mabusth commented on an issue with tree removal in the 0 -75' zone for waterproofing of a tunnel that was not approved by Staff. All of the earth around the tunnel was moved during the waterproofing process. Staff will ask for replanting of these trees. Crawford commented that the elms were deteriorated, and tree roots were extending into the tunnel. Part of the tunnel encroaches the 0 -75' setback. An amended application will be coming before the Planning Commission on this issue and is not part of this application. ( #10) #2049 FRED GUTTORMSON AND CHIC DWIGHT, 1220 TONKAWA 10 ROAD - VARIANCES - PUBLIC HEARING - 9:25 -9:48 P.M. The Certificate of Mailing and Affidavit of Publication were noted. 12