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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br />MEETING HELD ON APRIL 21, 1997 <br />(^'8 - <^2225 John Theobald - Continued) <br />Smith moved, McMillan seconded, to approve the renewal variances. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays <br />0. <br />(«9) »2226 JOHN AND SUSANNE ROOD, 3065 JAMESTOWN ROAD - , <br />s^CONDlTlONAL USE PEIUVUT - PUBLIC HEARING 9:18-9:25 P.M. <br />lAflidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. <br />The Aphheant was present <br />Van ZomcreK reported that the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit to allow <br />the constructiXofa 350’ long and 10’ high berm to mitigate noise and views from the <br />schools and athlcUc Gelds. It would also allow the residence to be screened from the <br />concession stand aXportablc toilets. Van Zomeren said Staff recommends approval <br />subject to a 3:1 slopiXp^berm. The berm will be landscaped with grass and trees. <br />Due to the high volurric^fill required, 3100 cubic yards, or*300 truckloads, it will take <br />time to construct. The appHpant has been asked to work out details with the homeowners <br />association regarding the issXpf the roadway. Koob indicated the school has granted <br />permission for their fencing trucks enter his property from the <br />school yard. Van Zomeren noted^al annual reviews will be conducted until the <br />completion of the berm in approxim^ly 30 months. <br />Koob had no additional comments <br />Lindquist asked the applicant if he understooXf*^^^'''^ variance would be required if the <br />work was not completed within the 30 months. K^b said he understood. <br />McMillan asked what erosion control would take plaXduring the construction period. <br />The applicant said a bobcat would move the dirt in frouX'C north. Lindquist asked that <br />grass seed be spread annually. McMillan noted there arc nb(ser>’ crops available to <br />stabilize berms. Koob agreed to this suggestioa <br />Hawn asked if there would be a silt fence located at the bottom oNhe berm. Koob • <br />indicated the plan calls for a silt fence on the plan for erosion control <br />Schreeder moved, Smith seconded, to approve Application ##2226 for a CW for 30 <br />months with annual reviews to construct the berm. The applicant is to worRvwith Staff <br />regarding landscaping and erosion control. A renewal variance would be reqim^ if the <br />work was not completed within the 30 month time period. Vote: Ayes 7, Nays ^