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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING JULY 17, 2000 (#2602 JOHN GRAHAM, Continued) slope. Both lots have demonstrated two sites on each lot that would permit the land to be subdivided with the new standards and have been approved by the Septic Inspector. Weinberger stated the standard drainage and utility easements shall be dedicated on the final plat ten feet along the e.\terior property lines and five feet along the interior property lines, with an easement and maintenance agreement being recorded with the final plat for the shared driveway access. A certified list of all easements recorded on the property shall be submitted prior to final plat application. Weinberger recommended the propert>‘ owner pay a park dedication fee for one new lot rather than offer land for a park dedication. City Staff is recommending approval of the preliminary' plat since both lots meet the requirements for subdivision in this zoning district and have demonstrated suitable septic sites. Graham stated at the present time there are no plans to develop Lot I at the present time, although they may wish to develop Lot 1 sometime in the future. Graham noted they have recently purchased the property in September. Smith inquired what amount of time they were contemplating before Lot I would be developed. Graham stated they arc easily looking at five, si.\ or seven years before they would develop Lot 1. Graham commented they would like to keep the c.xisting storage building since ownership of both lots would not change with this subdivision. Smith inquired whether the Applicant would be interested in relocating the shed onto Lot 2. Graham stated they have discussed that, but at this time have not made a definite decision on relocating the building. Graham stated the building is in good shape at the present time. Graham inquired whether it would be possible to waive the park dedication fee since they currently have almost a one-half acre of a conservation casement dedicated to the City. Weinberger stated the park dedication fees arc a result of the existing land and arc required on each new lot created. Weinberger noted the City Council makes the final determination on whether the park dedication fee can be waived. Currently City Ordinance requires that a park dedication fee be paid on every new lot created or there be a land dedication. Graham indicated he has no further comments regarding his application. There were no public comments regarding this application. Smith inquired whether an outlet for this subdivision should be created to deal with the issues relating to the shared driveway. Gaffron stated the City tv pically will request an outlet be created in the situation of a back lot/front lot situation. Gaffron stated the Citv has manv shared driveway s at the present time. PAGE 9