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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br />MEETING HELD ON MARCH 31, 1997 <br />CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING <br />• SPRING HILL GOLF CLUB <br />standing with City policy and comprehensive planning. Gaffron asked if other areas were <br />considered for the structure; and if not, how does the applicant address the issues? <br />Hunter reported that the structure will be totally hidden from view except by plane. This <br />will be accomplished by berming and vegetation. Any effect the plans have on existing <br />vegetation will be replanted. Hunter said they do not want the building to be visible. He <br />said they were informed that this is the best location outside of being placed in the middle <br />of the Big Woods area as it is in the middle of the course. Hunter noted that the <br />maintenance equipment will use the tunnel. <br />Gaffron indicated concern of visibility for westbound viewing. Wiese said the land form <br />isby the 7th tee will give sufficient cover of the structure. <br />McMillan received confirmation that the septic site has not yet been determined. <br />McMillan asked how this will change the berm. She was informed that the drainfield <br />location is flexible as sewage will be pumped. All trees to be retained will be identified as <br />well as new vegetation. <br />Lindquist asked what will be done with the space around the building. Hunter said they <br />will accommodate with plantings if necessary. <br />Smith asked that the visual look around the structure be natural versus being filled with <br />berming. Gaffron noted that the vegetation was sparse on one side of the building and <br />berming could result in a created look. He also voiced concern that the drainfield might <br />• not meet approval. The applicant informed him that this determination will be made in a <br />ii <br />