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¥ VI: * . ^ * MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 17, 2000 driveway. Smith noted nothing currently exists in the record regarding that shared driveway. Beutler indicated that was an agreement reached between the two parties. Weinberger stated there has not been anything recorded on either property. Weinberger stated the adjacent resident has been notified of this meeting. Smith inquired whether the Applicant has spoken with his new neighbor regarding his proposal. Beutler stated he has spoken with his neighbor who indicated he does not have any major coneems regarding the proposal. Beutler indicated they have been working c.losely with City Staff to arrive at a plan that would be acceptable. Beutler stated in his opinion this plan is a win/win situation, with the four-season porch allowing them to enjoy the climate year-round without the need for a deck or patio. Smith inquired whether there were any concerns that City Staff may have relating to the recently submitted grading and drainage plan. Weinberger stated City Staff at this time docs not have any major concerns regarding the grading and drainage plan. Weinberger stated Staff docs have a concern with the long driveway u.id the lack of a tum.'’round being proviacd. The Applicant has indicated there is a waj to include a tumarcsMWr u\ ?. proposal. Lindquist inquired whether that would negatively impact the hardcover on this lot. Weinberger stated the hardcover w-as calculated based on a larger driveway that what is being proposed and should not be an issue. Weinberger stated the Applicant is aware that he needs to comply with the 25 percent hardcover limit on this application. There were no public comments regarding this application. Lindquist commented his only concern with this application was the lack of a turnaround and the impact to hardcover should a turnaround be constructed, Beutler indicated he is aware of those concerns. PAGE 9