04-21-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON APRIL 21, 1997 •( #2 - #2201 Adams, Fieger, Robb - Continued) George Adams reviewed the request for three residences to be on the same septic system. They had originally proposed for vacation of portions of dedicated right -of -way. The application had been tabled and septic system redesigned to meet code as well as be contained within the Robb property. The applicants are requesting permission to run piping within the right -of -way to connect the Adams and Fieger residences to the septic system within the Robb property. Staff recommends approval with conditions as noted. The applicants are also in agreement with the resolution as drafted. During public comments, Don Henderson, Edina, owner of 560 Big island, property located to the east of subject properties, said he was satisfied with the resolution. He asked if the location of the septic system would affect where a well and septic system is located on his dry buildable portion of his lot. Gaffron indicated that there must be a 75' separation between a well and any septic system. The applicant's septic system will be located 15' from the property line. There is no requirement for separation from one septic system to another. Gaffron indicated a possibility of obtaining a variance to allow the separation at 50'. Tom Robb commented that the applicants had provided Henderson's name to Staff for notification. • Smith noted reference to seasonal use and use of septic stem for "gray" water only. She S t no p y y asked if any limitations need to be addressed? Gaffron reviewed the scope and normal procedures followed for any septic system. Lindquist was of the opinion that these issues did not need to be addressed as part of this approval. Gaffron indicated any change to year -round use would require a CUP. The applicants will also be incumbent to provide the list of conditions to any future buyers of their properties. �J Mason Meyer, 660 Big Island, noted some neighboring properties will be constructing septic systems and questioned what effect the use of the right -of -way for piping will have on truck movement. Gaffron reported that a hold harmless agreement would be required which would have the applicants accept the risk for any damage for their piping in the right -of -way. He said he expects the piping to be laid at a depth and to the side limiting the risk. Meyer asked that the City review the engineering of the project. Gaffron said the piping could be located so as to minimize the risk of damage. Fieger said the piping would be protected with cement casing. Robb asked that they be notified by their neighbors of any projects prior to their occurrence. Fieger noted that the right -of -way is filled with trees, and movement of traffic would likely occur over his property. Fieger said he had no problem with this occurring and asked for prior notice as well. 4