01-21-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 21, 1997 ( #3 - #2187 Donald and Robin Helgager - Continued) Gaffron reported the issues for discussion include whether or not the single stall garage is necessary considering the proximity of the large structure to CoRd 6. He suggested the location of the garage may possibly be reconfigured by pivoting the garage and eliminating the staircase. Gaffron stated that the DNR felt the hardship noted for the setback to the lake was self - created. He asked the Commission to consider whether there are suitable hardships for granting the east side setback variance given the magnitude of the additions to the west. He asked the Commission to consider whether the guest house design will function as a separate entity or part of the principal residence. Gaffron noted that the guest house does clearly share the main entrance to the house. He did question whether the separate garage stall gives the appearance of two separate dwellings rather than that of a single family residence. He also asked if the Commission had specific concerns regarding the lack of an alternate drainfield site. Heupel reported that the design of the house was pulled back on the lot in response to the suggestion by the Commission. McMillan asked if the site was too steep for a mound system as an alternate for the septic. Gaffron said the concern was over disturbed soils as well as the steep topography. McMillan also inquired if the great room exists as shown on the plan. She was informed • that the family room, hall, great room, and kitchen will remain the same. She inquired about landscaping plans. Heupel said the landscaping would be the same as that shown in the original plans. • Lindquist asked if the single stall garage could be eliminated. Heupel said moving the garage would affect the well. McMillan inquired about the well. Gaffron noted that the new plans solve the well location problem. McMillan said she would be in favor of the plan with a detailed landscaping plan included. Smith was not in favor of the garage as located. She asked if the garage is of importance that it be pulled back from the roadway. Hawn asked if the well could be relocated. The applicant said he does not wish to make any further changes to the well.