09-15-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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• ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 15, 1997 ( #4 - #2298 Conley Brooks, Jr., and John Brooks - Continued) Smith voiced concern with this land acquisition making Brooks' property more buildable. Hawn noted the peninsula was located in the 0 -75' setback. Gaffron said it could be a concern in a different arrangement but not in this case due to the setback and lakeshore. Schroeder asked if the motion should include a scenic easement which will benefit the property owner of 980 West Ferndale and Robert Floyd. Floyd noted that the covenants do not address the maple trees located on the tip of the point. Brooks said he does have the scenic easement already and is willing to move the maple trees. Schroeder noted that no easement would be required if he owns the property. The special lot arrangement was explained. Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 3, Lindquist, Smith, and Berg. Berg said she is concerned with setting a precedent. Lindquist said the proposal is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan and the property is not contiguous. •ACTION ITEMS • ( #6) GARY AND BONNIE BIRNBAUM, 2695 KELLY AVENUE - VARIANCES - PUBLIC HEARING 10:21 -10:31 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was present. Van Zomeren reported that the application is a request to renew a variance which has elapsed. Lot width and lot area variances are required to allow the lot to be considered buildable. The 1.14 acre property is located in the LR -1B, one acre, Zoning District. Van Zomeren reported the applicant had indicated via a phone conversation earlier in the day that the survey that was submitted showed inaccurate hardcover calculations as the concrete patio and other hardcover has been removed. Van Zomeren said Staff recommends re- enactment of the previous variances subject to conditions noted on page 5 of the memo. 22