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• • i <br /> • ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 21, 1998 <br /> • (#12) CITY OF ORONO, TO AMEND SECTION 10.03 AND 10.20 RE: PLUMBING IN <br /> ACCESSORY STRUCTURES, 8:54 p.m. -9:28 p.m. <br /> Gaffron stated the specific language additions and revisions to the proposed code amendment <br /> requested by the Planning Commission at its August 14 work session have been incorporated into <br /> Exhibit A. <br /> Gaffron commented the language contained in Mr. Kluth's handout could possibly be combined <br /> with City Staffs proposed draft, and stated he will speak with the City Attorney regarding this <br /> issue. <br /> Gaffron stated this new language will permit City Staff to approve permits without restrictions on <br /> water supply plumbing, approve permits for waste plumbing subject to specific restrictions or <br /> covenants, and on applications for tub or shower, City Council conditional use permit approval is <br /> required. <br /> Gaffron stated the new language gives clearer direction to City Staff, noting he is comfortable with <br /> the language. <br /> Chair Smith inquired how the City would be able to enforce this ordinance. <br /> Gaffron stated the City normally does not take action unless a complaint is received, noting that it is <br /> impossible for the City to enforce everything that is contained in the City Codes. <br /> Lindquist noted the ordinance covers the majority of the issues raised by the Planning Commission. <br /> • Gaffron remarked City Staff needs clear direction and specific controls to deal with applications <br /> requesting plumbing. <br /> Schroder expressed a concern about the accessory building being rented out once plumbing is <br /> installed. <br /> Kluth remarked that is currently a misdemeanor. <br /> Gaffron commented the ordinance could be made stricter if that was the Planning Commission's <br /> desire. Gaffron stated City Staff needs direction on how to handle these applications. <br /> Kluth noted if plumbing is installed by a licensed plumber without a permit, that plumber runs the <br /> risk of losing his license. <br /> Lindquist stated he was in favor of the ordinance. <br /> Gaffron stated he would like the Planning Commission to take some action on this matter. <br /> McMillan agreed with requiring a CUP for a tub/shower unit, noting the Planning Commission should <br /> give some guidance to the City Council on when to allow plumbing in accessory structures. <br /> Berg commented the City cannot regulate every situation that plumbing issues might arise. <br /> Gaffron stated he would be happy to address any issues that the Planning Commission has concerns <br /> with. Gaffron suggested language could possibly be included that would say plumbing in accessory <br /> structures shall only be approved if City Council finds that the proposed use is compatible and has <br /> limited impact to the neighborhood. Gaffron remarked he will address that issue with the City <br /> • Attorney as well. <br /> Page 12 <br />