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� ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2003 3. #02-2829 Orono Zorzing CodeArnendme�it--Sectioit 78-71 Regulation of No�icorcforr�ting Uses a�zd Nonco�:fornzing Strrrctures—Continued would adding a second story then require reducing the hardcover of the driveway. Gaffron stated that it would not trigger the hardcover nonconformity. Expansion would be permitted if the structure is nonconforming only with respect to substandard lot area or width for the district in which it is located, and the expansion shall then meet all requirements of the district, Gaffron stated that 1/3 — '/� of lakeshore homes are on substandard lots. Some percentage of those may have substandard setback or hardcover that would require variance applications. The amendment provides standards with which to work regardin� such applications. In cases where the lot line setback of a structure is less than 50% of the required setback for that district, the City rnay require that the discrepancy be made up by enlarging the opposite yard depth to result in an agb egate yard depth equivalent to the combined required yard. The Plannin� Commission felt that there ought to be some threshold at which they look at compensating for an extremely substandard situation. If a house had a 4' setback on one side, where 10' is required, they could be required to make up the difference on the other side. If that was not possible, then the City would consider a variance. White asked if the code could lead to residents feeling the City has removed rights. Barrett stated that he had not yet closely reviewed the ordinance. Any ordinance the City drafts could brush up against Constitutional rights. The language in item 3(C) reads, , "may require," which means Gouncil would set a series of precedents as to how the ordinance is interpreted and enacted. Gaffron stated most cities' codes have a SO%threshold. Accessory structures have the same caveats in general. Item 4(C), was a little different, stating that when an accessory structure is located too close to a lot line, the City could require that the structure be modified so that it becomes completely conforming with respect to setbacks. Gaffron stated that a detached garage that comes up for remodel, the City may require the entire structure be moved into conformance. The Planning Commission recommended approval. Gaffron stated that Council could approve, amend, or table it for further review. 4