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June 19, 2002 <br />Mr. Paul Weinberger, Zoning Administrator/Planning <br />Ms. Wendy Bottenberg, Zoning Administrator <br />City of Orono <br />Dear Mr. Weinberger and Ms B ;tenberg; <br />Attached is our application requesting a hardcover variance to reduce 983 square feet of <br />non-conforming hardcover in the 0-75’ zone and increase the existing hardcover in the <br />75-250’ .Tone by the same square footage. The requested variance would create no <br />change in the overall hardcover and would bring the property dwelling in compliance <br />with set back requirements. <br />Our application reflects the direction provided to us beginning with an initial meeting <br />with Gaffron, our subsequent meeting with both of you and our follow-up meeting <br />shortly before submission. As a direct result of your feedback we have made addition J <br />revisions to our plans: <br />1. <br />^. <br />3. <br />Reduction in main floor plan of our home from 3,800 square feet to 3,600 square <br />feet. <br />Reduction in the garage width and length by about four feet each way. <br />Downsized turn around on the driveway, bringing the driveway into the build able <br />zone (it is currently in the 0-75’ zone) and reducing its hardcover. <br />Elimination of steps and walkway from main level to lower level patio on the <br />lakeside, leaving that area in grass. <br />We have attempted to be good stewards of this site and balance what is reasonable for the <br />property while maintaining the spirit of the zoning ordinance. The plan reflects a much- <br />improved site in terms of set back, hardcover in the varying zones and safety issues that <br />currently affect both our property and our neighbors. <br />Thank you for your consideration. <br />Youp truly, <br />/>dean and Jim ^htenkamp <br />. I .v.‘ <br />■ ■ < <br />&