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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AUGUST 21,2000 1 K Lindquist commented the Planning Commission is looking at some vei>' small lot sizes, noting he cannot support a project with those lot sizes. Lindquist noted there is a fair amount of opposition from the residents of Long Lake to the extension of Apple Glen Road. Hawn concurred that there is not a lot of support for the extension of Apple Glen Road among the residents of Long Lake. Kluth conunented the minutes reflect that the Planning Commission has e.xpressed concerns on a number of occasions regarding the small lot size, with a recommendation being given to lower the number of lots in this development. Hawn commented the amount of dry buildable was increased slightly. Lindquist indicated the size of the lots still remain relatively small, and reiterated he would not be in support of the development as proposed. Stoddard noted he was in agreement with Lindquist. Kluth noted the City Council minutes reflect that hookup to sewer would not be allowed if it • • • increased lot density, noting the City Council would prefer to see a frvo acre minimum. Kluth pointed out the Applicant was requested to address the issues relating to dr\- buildable and access. Bergh stated the overdl average for the lots in this development are a little over two acres with respect to the PRD. Hawn commented that there are some minimum sizes that people tend to be interested in regardless if the overall lot size is above the two acre minimum. Lindquist stated the Planning Commission can cither act on this application tonight, which in his view it will be denied, or the Applicant can request the matter be tabled. Bergh requested the Planning Commission act on the revised plan. Hawn moved, Kluth seconded, to recommend denial of Application #2550, Charles Van Eeckhout, 120 South Brown Road, due to the concerns expressed regarding access and PAGE 13