11-09-2015 Council Work Session Packet Joint w/Planning Commission

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Orono code language should be clarified to be consistent with state shore land standards with 15 Existing substandard shore land lots of record regard to minimum lot size and width vs. underlying zoning. Has been amended three times (Ord. 92, 95, and 108) 16 Special lot combinations Special lot combos should be clarified to exclude non-riparian lots in calculation of average lakeshore setbacks. Drafted, need to schedule. 17 Maximum number of vehicles stored outdoors Consider limitations on the number of vehicles that can be stored outdoors on single family lots to avoid excessive clutter in residential properties Review the Septic code, compare with State/ County requirements. Determine if the differences 18 Septic Code are worth the added layer of review and permitting. Create an option whereby a landowner can obtain approval for extending the every 3 year pumping Septic Code updates regarding pumping requirement on a year-by-year basis where documentation is provided and a management plan 19 maintenance intervals & Type IV systems agreement is entered into requiring verification that septic tanks are not needing to be pumped yet, especially in the case of Big Island where the transportation cost is exceedingly high 20 Heliports The ordinance should include provisions for the landing of helicopters and airplanes on lakes and on large private properties. The Conservation design requirements and process should be reviewed to ensure consistency with 21 Conservation Design Councils goals. There are several areas with lots substantially below (1/2 acre or less) the minimum 2 acre lot 22 Small lots in older neighborhoods zoning requirements; Either a new zoning district or a new district classification, i.e.: Crystal Bay, Mtka Bluffs, Stubbs Bay Ne. Previous Councils suggested this to be reviewed as part of the Comprehensive Plan. The definition of half story: "Half story means the uppermost floor of a building in which (i) the intersection of the exterior wall and the roof is not more than three feet above the floor elevation, and (ii) not more than 60 percent of the floor area within the exterior walls of the uppermost floor 23 1/2 Story definition exceeds five feet in height as measured from the floor to the rafters. Floors exceeding these parameters shall be deemed a full story." is very confusing for the public to understand, causing a lot of resubmittals and redesign of the house. The definition should be amended to make it easier to understand. 24 Vacation Rentals Residents are renting their homes on a short term basis. Renters' behavior impacts the peace and enjoyment of the rest of the neighborhood. Vacation rentals should be regulated. 25 Average Lakeshore: Fences The definition of average lakeshore as it applies to fences is different than as it applies to buildings. These should be consistent.