02-18-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 18, 1997 •( #8 - #2210 Kent E. Swanson - Continued) Susan Swanson informed the Commission that the hardcover would be less than what was stated as the walkway is being removed. The second level deck is also being removed. The approval of the amendment application would result in less structure and hardcover than what was approved in 1996. It was noted that the property also provides access for the adjoining properties. The applicants have decided to expand internally instead of building outward. Swanson said the small balcony is too small for any use, and the change in size would allow them to walk out onto the deck and make it useful. Swanson noted that the Shoreland Ordinance was not in effect when the residence was built. The house met what was then the 50' lakeshore setback. There were no public comments. Stoddard moved, Smith seconded, to approve Application 92210. Vote: Ayes 6, Nays 0. SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS/P'UBLIC INFORMATION REVIEWS ( #2) 8:15 P.M. - SAGA HILL ACCESS - PUBLIC INFORMATION REVIEW - 8:15 -8:54 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. Gaffron reported that the review of the Saga Hill access did not require any action and was a public information meeting similar to that held at the Park Commission Meeting two weeks earlier. Gaffron reviewed the properties involved in the Saga Hill area noting a proposed lot line rearrangement on the north side, which is on hold until the issues of access have been resolved. Undeveloped Garden Lane winds north to Highview and was originally intended to serve 20 -30 lots. The City acquired the 21 acres of park land in the area for open space which has resulted in different needs regarding access. The beginning portion of Garden Lane has a gravel base and then becomes what could be considered a "cow path ". The properties on Saga Hill are in the one acre zoning and meet the lot standards. The specific lots needing access are identified on the maps as 1 thru 6. Lots I and 2 on the south end could be served by a cul -de -sac. For Lot 3 and the park land to be served by Garden Lane would require the roadway dividing the open space_ Gaffron asked the Commission to consider whether this option would be appropriate. The owner of Lot 3 prefers the use of Garden Lane for access. The owner had received a variance in the past to build on the property without sewering. Lots 4 and 5 are currently the subject of a proposed lot line rearrangement. Gaffron noted the City can vacate and relocate the public right -of -way but • not in a way that would eliminate access to lots.