Laserfiche WebLink
MINUTES OF THE <br />ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br />MONDAY, MARCH 19, 2018 <br />6:30 o'clock p.m. <br />Schoenzeit commented they would have more usable backyard if the house is moved further back and <br />would be in conformity with the 75 -foot line. <br />Williams stated they would be happy to consider that and that in his view it would be a pretty minor <br />adjustment. Williams stated he believes the property owners would be agreeable to that. <br />Mary Enger, property owner, stated the house originally belonged to her parents and that they are <br />attempting to maintain the essence of the home for sentimental reasons. Enger stated they attempted to <br />meet the side yard setbacks and that they are only looking to add some features that would make it safer <br />and allow them to have visitors easier. Enger indicated she has a large family and they spend a lot of time <br />in the front porch, which is why they would like to keep it close to the house. <br />Landgraver asked if Mr. Williams has any response to the City Engineer's comments. <br />Williams stated they are aware of it and that they understand the issues. Williams stated they understand <br />they will need to meet the engineer's requests, but they will have to sit down with everyone to resolve <br />that. <br />Landgraver suggested that be resolved prior to proceeding to the City Council. <br />Williams asked if they could make the permits subject to that being resolved in the event the neighbors <br />are not around. <br />Thiesse stated the City Council will need to be made aware of that. Thiesse noted the neighbor has <br />expressed a concern about the drainage. <br />Williams stated when the landscape architect becomes involved, they will discuss that and create a <br />drainage plan. Williams noted the basin area turns into a skating rink on this property and that the <br />neighbor is attempting to sell his lot. <br />Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. <br />There were no public comments regarding this application. <br />Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. <br />Schoenzeit stated in his view the Planning Commission should make the recommendation that the house <br />be relocated behind the average lakeshore setback line. <br />Page 15 of 23 <br />