08-18-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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• MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON AUGUST 18, 1997 ( #2 - #2279/ #2280 Marc and Tracy Whitehead - Continued) Whitehead indicated that they attempted to present a plan with few variances required but the topography has created some problem. It is their desire to preserve the nature of the neighborhood. Whitehead said the neighbors will notice the road going in but will not be able to view the houses as they will be located back on the lots. Whitehead said the setback requirements will be met except for the drainfield on Lot 2. The 200' width requirement is difficult to meet with the creation of the cul -de -sac. The alternate septic site location for Lot 4 would be located underneath where the cul -de -sac is to be located. She asked the Commission to give consideration for approving Lot 4 for building in the future when the sewer is connected. Whitehead asked the Commission to assist in expediting the application so she can sell her current home and move. Margret and Brano Stankovsky indicated they live in the substandard sized lot that is next to the proposed subdivision. Stankovsky said he has spoken with the applicant. He indicated it would not be appealing to have a 50' wide roadway at a location 31' from his home. Stankovsky said this would add to the substandard condition of his property and decrease his value. Stankovsky indicated that while the new lots would meet the required setbacks, his own property would not be protected by a 50' setback. He noted there is no mention in the plan for screening of the road to reduce noise from traffic. He also was unaware of the pitch of the roadway as noted and is concerned with runoff. He felt the • change would aid runoff but is concerned with snow being plowed closer to his property. Stankovsky said he is concerned for his septic system. is Stankovsky requested the Planning Commission consider requiring that the road be placed at least 50' from his property, that buffering next to the road occur, and that an effective drainage plan be required. Stankovsky would like to see minimum variances approved. He noted he has requested to purchase additional land from the Whitehead's in order to meet the 2 acre zoning requirement. Brian Palmer, 1190 Lyman, lives east of the subject property. He is concerned with Outlot B changing the character of the neighborhood. He feels the application should be allowed only minimal variances. Palmer does not understood how Lot 4 could be conforming and believes the subdivision should consist of three lots only. Hope Pesek, 1235 Lyman, lives south of the subject property. Pesek feels the large turnaround and driveway is inappropriate for the area. Pesek suggested the use of the abandoned area for the cul -de -sac. She asked what the purpose is for an 80' road. Gaffron explained the cul-de -sac would allow for fire truck staging and easier snow plow maintenance. 7