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MINUTES OP THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MAY 20, 1985. PAGE 8 #912 HEDLUND (CONT) Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron noted that an cabin existed on the property but the previous owner damaged the cabin when he tried to install a basement/foundation for the cabin. Gaffron noted the sewer is available and both lots have been assessed footage. Gaffron explained that the applicant will be limited to 2,300 sf of hardcover and it appears that the home and driveway the applicant has proposed will meet this requirement. Gaffron noted a problem with the access from the lot onto the "S" curve and that Hennepin County has some recommendations. Gaffron noted that Hennepin County made the following comments in their letter dated May 14, 1985: 1. No point on the lot frontage meets the minimum sight distance requirements for a driveway location for the posted 30 mph limit. 2.Any proposed construction within County right of way requires an approved utility permit prior to beginning construction. 3.The developer must restore all areas within County right of way disturbed during construction. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron noted that the County would request that a triangular area of 1,400 square feet bo dedicated for roadway where the County road encroaches into the property. Robert & Sue Bi Iger of 4005 North Shore Drive stated that the ”S" curve is already dangerous enough without adding another access onto the hazardous road. The Bilgers noted that there is currently a safety problem on the "S" curve and many accidents have occured in this area. The Bilger explained that they have even had cars run into their home from that ?harp "S" curve. Gordon Hedlund stated that when he talked to Hennepin County about the access that they did not express too much concern. Hedlund noted that Hennepin County mentioned that they would need right-of-way and that they would make some recommendations, but that they weren't alarmed about the proposa1. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron asked if Hedlund would be willing to use a shared driveway for access. Gordon Hedlund stated that he would be willing to share a driveway access with someone if the City required it. Sue Bilger of 4005 North Shore Drive stated using a shared driveway will not solve the existing problem on the "S" curve. Bilger stated that the City would still be placing more traffic onto this dangerous road if this variance is approved. i