05-19-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON MAY 19, 1997 0 ( #5 - #2221 Sven Wasberg - Continued) Lindquist noted that the applicant is allowed 1500 s.f minimum for principal structure and garage. Sharratt noted this amount is determined by lot area which will allow for 2500 s.f meeting structural coverage requirements. Schroeder noted the lot configuration as the hardship. Lindquist moved, Schroeder seconded, to recommend approval of Application #2221 with conditions as noted subject to submission of large set of plans. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays 0. (#6) #2230 GEORGINA HACKNEY, 2184 SHADYWOOD ROAD - VARIANCE - PUBLIC HEARING - 8:37 -8:39 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was present. Van Zomeren reported that the application was sent back before the Planning Commission due to an additional variance required for a porch. The Planning Commission previously approved the variance for the kitchen with interior staircase. The hardcover will increase • from 25.1% to 25.8% in the 75 -250' setback to allow for a front entry and kitchen addition to the existing residence. A side yard variance is also required. The plans for the improvements are part of the package. The applicant had no further comments. There were no public comments. Stoddard clarified that the only difference in this request is the porch. Smith moved, McMillan seconded, to approve Application #2230. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays 0. ( #7) #2231 EVAN ANDERSON, 1260 SPRUCE PLACE - VARIANCES - PUBLIC HEARING - 8:39 -8:42 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was present. Van Zomeren reported that it was difficult to determine whether a variance was required. The 75 -250' hardcover variance is for a front porch over an existing concrete slab. The applicant clarified that it was actually a roof over the front entry stoop and wording was • changed to reflect that notation. 10