11-20-1995 Planning Commission Minutes

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0 • 1�1 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 20, 1.995 (#I - #2082 Richard Stark - Continued) Mabusth asked the Commissioners if the trees were replaced in the 0 -75' zone and not in the areas described as "A" or "B ". Lindquist was told 10 trees would be planted in 0 -75' setback area. Lindquist saw no problem with area "B" but felt area "A" should have replacement of tree for tree. Peterson said that would be consistent with other applications. Stark questioned tree replacement under the agreement for the easement. Mabusth said there was no direction in the code and has been based on the judgment of Staff. Tree removal in 0 -75' requires permits issued by Staff. Mabusth told Stark if he objected to Planning Commission recommendations to present his position before the Council. As far as the easement, Mabusth said the agreement stipulates that no trees can be removed without City approval. There were no public comments. Smith said she agreed with Lindquist in his request for tree replacement. Lindquist said he felt particularly strong about tree replacement in area "A ". Stark said he strongly objected to placing trees in this area. Stark said there are alot of trees on the property. It is not his intent to gain a view of the lake. At the time, the property was not open to use of the lake. Stark noted that the house, itself, was not in view. Mabusth asked Stark how many trees were already dead that were removed. Of the 10 trees removed, Stark said probably half of them were dead. Hawn commented that a buckthorn was removed, and she was glad to see that particular tree removed. Stark said an oak tree was choking it out. Peterson received confirmation that the reroofing project completed without a permit was satisfied. Lindquist asked Stark if he would agree to the replacement of 5 trees in area "A ". Stark said he would if they could be planted to the side. Mabusth commented that tree placement was not an issue as long as plantings were achieved in specified areas. Lindquist moved, Smith seconded, to recommend approval of Application #2082 with 5 trees being replaced in area "A" of similar size, 1.0 trees replaced in the 0 -75' zone, and granting of a new easement. The tree replacement is to be completed by July 15, 1996. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0.