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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR MARCH 15, 1999 <br /> (#7) #2462 DAVID LOVELACE, HAVING AN INTEREST IN 220 BIG ISLAND -VARIANCE, <br /> 8:25 p.m. -8:37 p.m.—(continued) <br /> City Staff is also requesting that an existing cabin, which is currently in ruins, be removed prior to <br /> construction prior to any building permit being issued. <br /> Lovelace stated an agreement exists where restricts construction on the north area of the property, <br /> noting he is willing to remove the old cabin that currently exists on the parcel. <br /> Weinberger remarked that an easement granted by the previous property owner as a conservation <br /> area to the north to avoid any new structure being constructed in that area, and the Applicant has <br /> agreed to file a copy of the easement with the City and have it placed it on the title. <br /> Lovelace indicated at this time he does not have an intention to store boats on Big Island, but would <br /> like to have a permit issued to have a dock on the property. <br /> Weinberger stated the previous owner did have dock rights with the neighboring property owner, which <br /> was grandfathered in. <br /> Schroeder indicated that access to this lot should be granted before approval of this application is <br /> given. <br /> Lindquist indicated he would be willing to approve this application subject to access being granted <br /> by the City Council. <br /> • Schroeder suggested that this application be tabled until access is obtained. <br /> Lovelace indicated he will not be obtaining any building permits unless access is obtained. <br /> Chair Smith inquired whether there were any public comments concerning this application. <br /> Gerald Walsh, 180 Big Island, commented that there are three public accesses available. <br /> Smith remarked that the residents are not allowed to leave their mode of transportion on the <br /> public right-of-way. <br /> Rodney Minnich, 340 Old Crystal Bay South, commented that the Applicant could buy an <br /> aquatic car. <br /> Smith stated the issue is that the residents cannot leave their mode of transportation on public <br /> land. <br /> McMillan inquired whether there were suitable septic sites available. <br /> Lovelace commented that the septic inspector has found three or four sites which will probably be <br /> suitable for his use. Lovelace stated a mound system would be required if he builds in excess of <br /> 800 square feet. <br /> Hawn moved, McMillan seconded,to recommend approval of Application #2462, granting <br /> of a lot area variance to create a buildable lot at 220 Big Island, subject to access being <br /> obtained and septic issues being resolved. VOTE: Ayes 5, Nays 0. <br /> • <br /> Page 10 <br />