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MINUT�S OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMNIISSION 1V�EETING � <br /> Tuesday, Januai-y 17, 2006 <br /> 6:00 o'clocic p.m. <br /> SeptemUer of 2005. Since that time the applicant has been completing exterior updates lo tlle home, <br /> including new windows and siding. Part of the proposed covered entry would be consh-ucted under <br /> existing overhangs and entirely over existing hardcover. Althougli hardcover percentages will not Ue <br /> changing, the enlire covered enhy would now be considered additional structural coverage. <br /> Staff reconunends that the Planning Commission discuss under what circumstances covered entries <br /> should be permitted as the hardship almost al�vays is related to the location of the existing horne. Siaff <br /> finds that there are no inllerent hardships to the land to allo�v for a covered ent�y. <br /> Sundy distributed a handout with pictures to the Planning Cotnmission. Sundy stated the reasoiis for <br /> pro�osing this entry�vay is protection of property,provision of shelter, and construction of a concrete slab <br /> to allow for better access into the home. <br /> Sundy stated as far as it relates to protection of property, the configuration of the roof has the water <br /> configured right over the fi-ont door and has required a patch on the driveway, which has now been worn <br /> away and is further wearing the driveway away. Sundy stated in addition, the slope of the drive�vay also <br /> drains the water toward the house. <br /> Sundy stated the third picture depicts that there is damage do�vn below in the lower level. Sundy stated <br /> tlle fourth pichire shows that there is lealcage of the water showing through tl�e new siding that was <br /> installed in October and lhat there�vere cai�enter ants that were removed. � <br /> Sundy stated the enlryway is needed for protection of property rather than just aesthetics. Sundy stated � <br /> tlie concrete step would also malce it level to enter the house. Sundy noted cun-ently people are reqtiired <br /> to step up to enter the residence. <br /> There were no public comments relating to this application. <br /> I3remer noted tllis type of application is becoming more common and thaY the Planning Cominission �vill <br /> try to give the applicant good direction on �vl�at is and is not allowed. <br /> I3remer inquired �vhether the applicant constructed this residence. <br /> PAG� 26 <br />