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--------mm twi<bf»» . ■ - MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25,2000 (#2596 Brenshell Homes, Continued) Steve Bell, 4455 West Branch Road, stated in his view the City Engineer has not addressed the steep slope ordinance in his August 15 letter, and inquired whether the City Engineer is comfortable that the developer has met all the terms and conditions of the steep slope ordinance. Mayor Jabbour stated it is his understanding the Zoning Administrator determines that and not the Cit>’ Engineer. Jabbour commented that most walkout houses have 30 percent slopes. Gaffron stated by the granting of the conservation easement, the slopes in this area will not be changed. Gaffiron stated the creation of the drainage ponds will also help protect the slopes and improve the water quality in this area. Gaffron stated in his view the plan being presented tonight meets the standards of the steep slope ordinance. Bell inquired how long construction would last. Gaffron stated typically installation of sewer, water, and roads takes appro.ximately nine months to one year before the lots are buildable. Gaffron stated the time in which the houses will be constructed on the lots can range anywhere from two months to 20 years depending on when the lots are sold. Stokes stated they are estimating 60 days if construction begins in the spring. Bell inquired whether a plan has been submitted regarding erosion control and stormwater management while construction is ongoing. Gaffron stated the developer will be required to comply with the City ’s standards relating to erosion control and stormwater management, with regular inspections being conducted by the City Engineer to insure that the conditions are being adequately met. Mayor Jabbour stated the letter of credit would stay on file with the City until all the conditions are satisfactorily met. Mayor Jabbour inquired whether the property owner of Lot 3 would need to pay a park dedication fee or sewer assessment. Gaffron stated the City will collect a park dedication fee and sewer assessment on Lot 3 since it would be considered part of the subdivision. Bell inquired what hardship has been demonstrated for the granting of the lot width variances. Weinberger stated the hardship is protection of the natural areas near Wildhurst Trail, with the extension of the road allowing those areas to be better protected and to allow for the creation of the retention plans. The variances would allow the City to better protect the drainage ravines and a greater portion of the steep slope along Wildhurst Trail. Weinberger stated both lots do demonstrate buildable sites. Bell expressed concern that this plan would be approved subject to a number of conditions. PAGE 11