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MINUIES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 11, 2004 7:00 o'clock p.m. (^04-3048 Stc%'cn and Kathleen Persian, Continued) Schoon indicated it would be and that they would prefer to have it located in the comer. Persian slated if the building was located in the corner, they would have to drive over a pressure line that goes to the septic, which they have been advised to avoid doing. Persian stated the interpretation of a front lot line is a little unique given the configuration of the lot and that they also have concerns regarding access if the structure is located elsewhere on the property. McMillan commented they would probably went to avoid driving over the alternate septic site as well. Persian stated it the structure is located in the comer and they ever need to use their alternate septic site, they would need to cross over the alternate septic site. Murphy noted the applicant is willing to reduce the structure from 2160 to 1200 square feet, which is practically half of what was originally proposed. Murphy inquired what that does to the profile of the building. Persian slated the building w'ould be significantly lower, with the sidewalls being reduced. Murphy stated the fact that the building is smallei changes a lot of issues that the Planning Commission had discussed. Rahn indicated the height was a big issue, and the question remains what the side walls would be with the smaller sized structure. Murphy inquired whether it would be better to send this back to the Planning Commission for their review and input on the revised proposal. Barrett indicated the Council snould send it back to the Planning Commission if it is a substantial change that was not considered by the Planning Commission at the time the application was reviewed. Barrett stated if the Council w ould like the exact dimensions of the building, that is a reasonable request. Sanscvcrc noted the Planning Commission already approved the 1200 square foot size. Persian staled they were made aware of a senes of covenants as part of the homeowners association. Persian indicated they are willing to adhere to those covenants. Persian slated they would submit their plans to the homeowners association for review. Sanscvcrc requested the individuals from the homeowners association identify themsehes for the record. Sue Wilson, 840 Hunt I'ami Road, indicated she has resided in this neighborhood for approximately 12 years. Bridget j-Vrmbrustcr, 870 Hunt Farm Road, stated she has resided in this neighborhood for approximately one year. PAGE 10