11-17-1997 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 17, 1997 ( #5 - #2311 Loren Fritz - Continued) Lindquist recommended the applicant come to an agreement with the neighboring property owner regarding the wood retaining wall. Fritz said the wall is a replacement of what already existed to prevent erosion, and his neighbor supported the building of the wall. Fritz said the shed has been there for 30 years and is in good repair. It is used for lawn equipment. Fritz said he would object to removing the shed as it does not create any problem for the neighbors and is overshadowed by the barn to the west. There were no public comments. Lindquist said he supported the proposed addition and maintaining the wood retaining wall. However, he recommended the shed be moved. Fritz said the relocation of the shed would create an eyesore if relocated. Fritz also indicated that he would have to dismantle the shed as it is bolted down. Mrs. Fritz said the area suggested for the shed location is marshland and unbuildable. McMillan asked if the shed would require rebuilding when it became deteriorated, if it could be built in the same location. Bressler said it would require a variance. Bressler said the shed is in good condition at this time. Lindquist moved, McMillan seconded, to approve the rear setback variance of 13.9' to allow the proposed addition to be located 16.1' from the rear lot line where 7' is existing and 30' is allowed. Vote: Ayes 5, Nays 0. ( #6) #2313 TOM AND KARI STEINKE, 910 DAKOTA AVENUE - VARIANCE - 7:45 -7:49 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. The Applicant was present. Bressler presented photographs of the property. The proposal is for construction of a second story addition over the existing residence. The existing residence currently encroaches the side setback. The variance would allow additional structure in the required setback but would not encroach further. Bressler reviewed the four issues as indicated in the packet. Staff recommended approval of the application. 9 Mr. Steinke had no further comments.