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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br />MINUTES FOR JULY 19,1999 <br />(#2505 The Bancor Group, Inc., Continued) <br />Campion stated that the walkouts are necessary due to the high water table and soil conditions <br />in the area. <br />Newman stated that they have obtained two sets of soil borings because of the high water table <br />and soils in the area. <br />Hawn commented that the City is interested in providing more affordable housing and that the <br />proposed high density will present drainage problems. Hav/n Inquired whether a landscaping plan <br />has been developed in more depth. <br />Newman stated they have not designed anything specifically for this development at this time. • <br />Newman stated in his opinion this sits will never be developed for first time home buyers due to the <br />high costs associated with developi.-g this piece of property and that they are contemplating houses, <br />in the $350,000 range. <br />Berg questioned whether the location of the access is an issue. Berg commented that she would <br />also like to see lower density in this area, noting that In her view some of the proposed lots will be <br />unbuildable due to the small lot size and large pond located in the area. <br />Weinberger staled that the final location of the road will need to be reviewed once the layout of the <br />units is determined. <br />Newman stated they have not reviewed v/hether the lots contain suitable building pads at this time, <br />which will need to be addressed. <br />Lindquist remarked that the developer will also need to submit a drainage and grading plan, noting <br />that some wetlanc'* do exist in the area. <br />Stoddard stated in his opinion it is doubtful that any zoning under tv/o acres will be approved. <br />Smith commented that the residents are starting to take the view that the holding ponds ' <br />natural feature to the area and should be turned Into private beaches, which should not be <br />encouraged. Smith staled that residents are also hesitant to have trails located close to their <br />homes. Smith stated In her opinion the t.vo acre zoning should be adhered to. <br />Newman stated that he Is committed to this project. <br />Page 12