04-21-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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0 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON APRIL 21, 1997 ( #3 - #2205 Allen Scheffers - Continued) Lindquist moved, Schroeder seconded, to approve Application #2205 with conditions 1 and 2 as noted. The applicant is to work with Staff regarding the creation of a natural looking pond. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays 0. (#4) #2214 CARMEN AND RICHARD KOZICKY, 2016 SHADYWOOD ROAD - VARIANCES - CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING 7:5 8-8:24 P.M. The Applicant was present. Van Zomeren reported that the application had been tabled to allow recalculation of the numbers. The applicant has submitted a revised site plan. She noted Staff met on site with applicant and the County. The County approves the location due to sight lines and curb cuts. The plan is considered an improvement. By switching locations of the porch and deck, they are now located outside of the average lakeshore setback. Steps are allowed within that setback. Van Zomeren noted that the adjoining properties have decks located ahead of the average lakeshore setback as well as more hardcover than that of the applicant. Van Zomeren indicated the proposal will result in a reduction of hardcover in the 0 -75' • setback. A structural coverage variance will be required. Allowed is 15% or 2058 s.f. The residence exists at 1948 s.f. or 14.2 %. The proposed structure is 2837 s.f. or 20.67 1/o. It was noted that the 3' overhang is consistent with the design of the residence but results in the need for a side yard variance. A hardcover variance in the 75 -250' setback is also required. Van Zomeren said Staff recommends approval or amendment. She recognized the improvement to the driveway and the reduction in the average lakeshore setback. The applicant had no comments. There were no public comments. Hawn said she is concerned with the excess structural coverage. She suggested the garage dimensions be changed and pushed back on the lot. Kozicky noted a portion of the garage is for laundry room and entry improvement. It was clarified that while the family room and deck have been reduced in size, the deck had not been previously included in the calculations. A deck located 6' above grade should be included in the calculations. Schroeder asked how the structural coverage compares with other homes in the neighborhood. Van Zomeren said the property currently has the least amount of hardcover. The improvements would result in coverage similar to other homes. • Acknowledgment letters signed by neighbors were noted. 6