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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, December 12,2005 7:00 o'clock p.m. (6. #OS-3131 STEVE BOHL OFBOHLAND DEVELOPMENT, INC., 190 WILLOyV DRII�E NORTHAND 177 GLENDALE DRIi�E, Co�atiircierl) Peterson stated the thought process that went into this area becoming higher density was to have liomes that would be more affordable. Gaffron stated the intent of the higher density was to match the density in the surroundiilg area. Gaffron noted tllere are a number of inodest homes in this area and that the intent was to provide some additional options for affordable hottsing. McMillan commented that she did not envision a 7,000 square foot home located on one of these lots. Bohl stated the 7,000 square foot house includes the garage and that the houses wil] typically be 2,300 to 2,400 square feet. Gaffron stated Lot 4, which is a 14,000 square foot lot,has a proposed house of 50' by 30' and a 35' by 30' garage, which totals 18 percent of 14,000 square feet, which exceeds the 15 percent. From an FAR standpoint,there is 1500 square feet on each floor, with 1050 square feet for the garage, which amounts to .4. Gaffron stated some lots would be over the 15 percent but would be under the .5 allowed under the FAR. Peteison stated the overall visual impact is the issue. Bohl illustrated on his sketch that tluee or four homes would be visible fi•om Willow Road. Murphy stated they appear like a one-story residence with a walkout, which is not as offensive as the two- story with a walkout. Murphy inquired whether this application could move forward given the concerns expressed by Council. Murphy recommended t11e applicaut look at this development from a topographical view to see if the concerns of the Council could be mitigated in some way. Gaffron suggested some computerized side views and elevation views be submitted. Gaffron stated the FAR could be reduced to something less than .5 to help keep the square footage of the house dovv�l. Gaffron suggested a more detailed screening plan also be provided. Peterson stated she would like to see screening around the entire development, with more screening being located wifllin this development. Moorse stated in terms of the walkout and the grade,when the grade is increased six to eight feet, it creates more of a visual impact,and that perh�ps the walkouts should Ue limited to one-story. Moorse stated to his recollection the walkouts on Glendale are one-story ramblers with a walkout. Boh] stated ]le would be willing to provide cross-sections of the homes, a screening plan of what the screening on the sotrthwest portion of the property would Ue,and then some images of the rear of the homes. Peterson inquired whether the applicant would be willing to provide a 60-day extension on this application. PAGE 11 of 20