09-15-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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• ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 15,1997 ( #5 - #2279 and #2280 Marc and Tracy Whitehead - Continued) Gaffron reported that the application had been tabled at the August 18 meeting for revision from 4 lots to 3 lots. A revised proposal has been submitted. Lyman Avenue is partially maintained by the City with the easterly gravel driveway portion privately maintained. The 2 /3rds cul -de -sac has not been constructed. The three lots include an existing house on one of the lots. Gaffron reported that the plan reviewed in August was problematic as Lot 4 had only one septic site. The Planning Commission had then recommended a 3 -lot subdivision with a cul -de -sac to the driveway outlot with Lot 1 as the driveway outlot. The new plan includes a cul -de -sac located near the neighboring lot line, which would have a negative impact on that property. Staff suggested an outlot for buffering as well as a second outlot for the driveway to serve Lot 1. The private driveway outlot makes Lot 1 a "back lot ", which must be able to meet the 150% area and setback requirements. The front lot line of the back lot requires a 75' setback. There is 50' currently proposed for that setback, which will require a variance. Gaffron said it was important to note that the 150% requirement has to do with the impacts to the front lot, and he recommends approval of that variance. • Gaffron indicated the p acket includes information for discussion on how the lot meets the standards. Buffering for Outlot A needs to be determined. Gaffron said he is not recommending combining the two outlots because keeping them separate will help limit encroachments of the buffer. A design for the driveway for Outlot B is necessary. Due to the slope east of Outlot B, a retaining wall will be required. Screening of the southeast corner of Lot 1 will aid in restricting headlight glare from the roadway. Gaffron noted the Planning Commission had requested screening and a tree inventory for the Lot 3 driveway corridor. A list of plant varieties is included for Lot A for review. Driveway relocation within the boundary of Lot 1 would result in impacting trees. Gaffron asked the Commission to consider whether this should or should not occur. The easement would otherwise continue to be used. Gaffron reviewed the lot dimensions and area. The 200' lot width requirement would be met by Lots 1 and 2. There would be only a 180' width at the front setback line on Lot 3, requiring a variance but still better than prior plans. Septic site locations have been established and have been approved by Steve Weckman. Gaffron noted the applicant had suggested that with only two homes, no ponding was necessary since no cul -de -sac would be built. Gaffron indicated this would have to be reviewed by the City Engineer and MCWD, who will make the final determination, before final approval of the subdivision. • 3