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, <br /> MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br /> MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 17, 1998 <br /> • <br /> (#5 -#2339 James Render- Continued) <br /> Render felt a cul-de-sac would negatively affect the subdivision as it would only serve <br /> three properties. He noted that the property is less than 300' from a public launch and is <br /> concerned with the use of a cul-de-sac by boat trailers and public access users, increase in <br /> traffic, increase in paved area, and additional hardcover. <br /> The meeting was opened to public comments. <br /> Daniel Reagan said he lives two lots in from the corner on North Shore Drive. He voiced <br /> concern with the road extension. Reagan believes fire trucks should be more <br /> environmentally friendly and made of a size that corresponds to the typical roadways. <br /> Lindquist noted that the Commission has no control over the size of fire trucks. He <br /> informed Reagan that the standard width of right-of-way for public and private roads is <br /> 50'. Gaffron added that the road itself would be 28' wide, which is typical in rural areas. <br /> Reagan was informed that the easement is currently 8' and the applicant proposes to add <br /> 42'to the 8'. Reagan questioned how this would affect the 1/2 acre requirement. Gaffron <br /> informed him that the 42' would be taken from the new subdivision and would not affect <br /> current property owners. The 8' easement has been in place for about 30 years and <br /> includes the sewer line. <br /> • Reagan said he is also concerned with the flood plain and additional drainage from new <br /> development. Lindquist noted that this is considered in the review process. <br /> Gerald Ray, 3442 North Shore Drive, said his house is accessed by the end of a private <br /> driveway. Ray said his property would be impacted by the continuation of the roadway by <br /> loss of his 3-car garage. He did not support the road extension. <br /> Dave Lindbergh, 3440 North Shore Drive, said he would also lose part of his property if <br /> the road is continued. He indicated that his property fronts CoRd 51. If the road is <br /> continued, his children would be limited where they could play. He suggested <br /> homeowners plow their driveways wider to provide access for emergency equipment. He <br /> does not support the road extension. <br /> There were no other public comments. <br /> McMillan noted that the new plan calls for a T-shaped blacktopped area, instead of the <br /> cul-de-sac. Gaffron said the applicant is attempting to strike a compromise by providing <br /> for the future without affecting the existing neighbors. The T-shape is about 50' long. <br /> Gronberg said the T shape has been approved by other cities for use as a fire truck <br /> turnaround. <br /> • <br /> 8 <br />