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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MONDAY, JUNE 21,1999 dedicated. (#2498 MOLLY AND DRAPER JAFFRAY, CONTINUED) Gaffron stated that the septic testing must be completed on both properties resulting in two sites on each lot. Jaffray stated that septic testing has not been completed on the property. Gaffron stated the proposed lot arrangement would result in Lot 1 being comprised of 2.085 acres and Lot 2 being 2.018 acres. Gaffron noted that no drainageways or wetlands have been subtracted from this gross area, and that this area lies within the RR-1B Zoning District, which has a minimum of two acre lots. Jaffray commented that the drainage issues need to be addressed more closely, noting that the Public Works Department recently completed some work on the existing culvert in the area. Gaffron remarked that traffic along Fox Street is expected to become heavier in the future, especially if a stoplight is installed at Orono Orchard Road and County Road 15 at some future date. Gaffron stated the primary issue for the Applicant to consider is how much available acreage will be left once drainageways or wetlands have been subtracted from the total acreage, noting that not enough information has been obtained at this point to make that determination. Stoddard remarked that if the lots are smaller than two acres, it would be unlikely that this subdivision would be approved. Gaffron stated that the City has not approved subdivisions with substandard area lots in the past. Stoddard recommended that the Applicant discuss this project with the Minnehaha Watershed District to determine whether it has been delineated as a wetland and what the Applicant's options are concerning the wetland. Jaffray stated that he has a person interested in purchasing a portion of this property, which is the reason for the subdivision. Gaffron commented that perhaps a small section could be acquired from the adjoining property owner should the lots be less than two acres. Gaffron recommended that the Applicant meet with City Staff to discuss these issues further, noting that there is a possibility that the Applicant may not be able to proceed with the subdivision if the lots are less than two acres. Lindquist noted that a two acre minimum is required for this zoning district. Havm suggested that the Applicant have the septic sites tested as well. OLD BUSINESS. CONTINUED (#1) #2488 GREGG KLOHN, 4455 NORTH SHORE DRIVE - VARIANCES Gregg Klohn, Applicant, was present. Gaffron staled this application was tabled at the May Planning Commission meeting to allow the Applicant lime to review other possible locations on his property to rebuild his damaged garage. Page 13