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\satk. MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Moiday, October 10« 2005 7:00 o’clock p.nL (#05-3121 Narrows SalooB, Coattaoed) Peterson stated she prefers die access off of Heritage and that the applicant has taken some good steps at reducing the size of die house. Peterson stated she still has some issues with the amount of massing on the lot and diat she would prefer a smaller structure on this lot to better fit in with the neighborhood. Sansevere stated he is in agreement with the comments of Mayor Peterson. Stephen Charrier, 1910 Heritage Drive, stated the home in the proposed location is less intrusive to the neighborhood than further back on the lot. Charrier indicated there are a number of trees between his property and the applicant’s, which helps to screen the structure. Peterson noted Charrier’s wife had concerns regarding the massing on the lot. Broitzman stated the footprint of the house is approximately 3400 square feet and the garage is around 1600, for a total of 5100 square feet. Broitzman inquired how much more the house should be reduced. Sansevere suggested designing the house to blend in more with the neighborhood. Peterson pointed out there are no properties in that area that have a four-stall garage. Murphy commented the design of the house should fit in with the rest of the neighborhood. Morris Nelson, 1900 Shoreline Drive, stated he is in full support of a nice project. Nelson indicated he has compiled a list of million dollar homes and that there are 33 homes currently on the market that are listed over a million dollars. Nelson stated he would be happy to have a multi-milli<m dollar house next to his. White inquired udiether the resident would like to see a house with more character. Nelson stated he would. White stated given the amount of money being spent on the home, a more aesthetically pleasing house could be designed. Peterson slated a home with more character might be more appealing to the Council. Peterson indicated she personally does not like the design of the home. McMillan encouraged the applicant take the time to design a home that is aesthetically pleasing and utilizes quality materials. Broitzman suted he has been a builder for over 13 years and that he takes great pride in what he does. Broitzman indicated his last house was constructed in Austin and that a top pnonty of his is energy efRcietKy. Broitzman pointed out this house is 40 percent more energy efficient than what the code requires and would only cost $67 per month to heat. PAGE 23