06-21-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR JULY 21, 1997 ( #13 - #2264 Janet C. Kiernan - Continued) Kiernan asked whether the patio could remain in front of the 75' setback. Schroeder noted the improvements with new construction are better than what would occur with remodeling. Smith said she would be concerned with allowing the patio. Schroeder indicated that the application could be tabled for further consideration or a motion could be made. He explained the purpose in improving the lakeshore setback and the status of new construction. McMillan asked if this was true with use of the existing foundation. She was informed it was. Kiernan asked how much foundation usage denotes new construction. Gaffron said it was not specified. He said the building pad would be gone and only the foundation left. He also noted that the building inspector has not yet tested the foundation and is not convinced it is all usable. He suggested tabling the application to make this determination. The side setback hardships were reiterated, being the trees, septic system, and Indian mounds. Lindquist moved, Smith seconded, to table Application #2264. Vote: Ayes 6, Nays 0. • (The meeting was recessed for a short break.) • ( #14) #2265 ROBERT LUND FOR GRAYDON AND MICHELLE NEWMAN 1655 BOHNS POINT ROAD VARIANCES PUBLIC HEARING 9:27 -9:31 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was represented by Robert Lund. Van Zomeren reported that the irregular shaped lot is located in the LR -113 Zoning District. The proposal is to tear down the existing structure and construct a residence located partially in front of the average lakeshore setback. Staff recommended approval. The representative had no further comments. During public comments, John Ericson, asked if the new residence would be located behind the 75' setback. Van Zomeren reported that it would. 20