06-21-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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• ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR JULY 219 1997 ( #2 - #2238 Chic Dwight and Fred Guttormson - Continued) Smith suggested the applicant remove the portion of the loop in the 0 -75' setback which she felt would allow enough remaining space for turnaround and parking. Guttormson responded that he does not need the garage enough to eliminate the driveway loop. Dwight said they are unable to park on the road and would lose space needed if they had to remove the loop. Hawn asked the size of the current garage and the use for the proposed garage. Guttormson said the existing garage is 22' wide. The new garage would be used for storage and parking of two cars. Lindquist asked if there are any changes agreed to regarding elimination of the loop driveway for the new garage. Guttormson said he would remove the lakeside deck. Hawn informed him that the deck enclosure was approved with agreement to remove the deck by the lakeside. She indicated that the applicant proceeded with the projects which required removals as conditions of the approval. Hawn noted the garage is a separate issue from the first variance and the approved • variance should stand as written and not be allowed for reconsideration. Dwight said Staff told them to repair the deck and did not mention needing a permit. She said they do not feel what they did was out of line. Hawn agreed but said the proceedings called for the enclosure and reconstruction of the deck. Dwight said her understanding is the driveway to lake and lakeside deck removals were to allow for the deck enclosure. She indicated that they realized they did not need sliding doors and believed the removable screens used did not constitute a deck enclosure. Dwight said they also did not remove dirt as previously proposed. Berg noted that the prior conversation related to removal of the gravel driveway, shed, and lakeside deck. She noted the need for the Planning Commission to clearly communicate the issues to the applicant. Smith and Berg were in consensus regarding removal of the lakeside deck. Berg said the ordinance must be protected noting the attempt to accomplish the needs of both the applicant and City. Berg reviewed the issues of the lakeside deck, enclosure under the deck, the reconstruction to code of the deck for safety reasons with required permits obtained, removal of the two sheds by the lakeshore, one already removed and one which will be removed, the new garage, the loop driveway in the 0 -75' setback, and the driveway in the 0 -75' setback. 8