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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 19, 2000 («2584 ANDREW AND TRACY RASCHER, CONTINUED) two existing retaining walls and extending the wait that is currently located behind the tree, with elimination of the two proposed retaining walls by the lakcshore. Bottenberg stated the nev/ retaining walls will be in the same location and approximately the same size as the existing walls, with the new walls being constructed out of Keystone, which is different from what currently exists. There will also be a slight design change in locating the steps in the middle of the walls instead of at the west end, which will reduce the amount of hardcover in the 0-75’ setback area. The existing steps and walkway will be removed and replaced with sod. Bottenberg stated the project as proposed requires a variance for land alteration within 75* of the shoreline, a variance to hardcover w ithin 75' of the shoreline, and a conditional use permit for land alteration. City Staff is recommending approval of the current plan for replacement of the two existing retaining walls in the 0-75’ setback area and replacement of the wall behind the tree. Staff is recommending denial of lengthening the retaining walls behind the tree. The walls shall be of the same dimension and location as what presently exists, with vegetation being planted for screening. Bakken stated they have worked with City Staff in order to develop some plans that would be acceptable to the City. Bakken stated they arc not proposing to really change any of the existing grading, with the ends of the walls being w rapped into the ground to help prevent erosion and improve drainage. Rascher indicated their lot is located right at the end of Saga Hill at the edge of Lake Minnetonka with erosion being a major concern. Rascher stated they are attempting to make this area useable while attempting to address the issues relating to drainage and erosion. Rascher stated they would like to complete this project as efficiently and correctly as possible. There were no public comments regarding this application. Smith inquired whether City Staff is recommending any particular t>pe of landscaping for this area. Weinberger stated they have requested a landscaping plan from the Applicant, recommending leafs on shrubs. Hawn moved, Lindquist seconded, to recommend approval of Application #2584, Andrew and Tracy Rascher, 4705 North Shore Drive, granting of variances and conditional Use permit for replacement of existing retaining walls within 75* of the shoreline. VOTE: Ayes 4, Nays 0. PACE 24