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Zoning File #2187 November 14,1996 Page 5 The proposed construction appears to have addressed each of these specific issues: The apartment will be within the principal residence structure. The intended use is for a relative of the applicants (who presumably will not be paying rent). The floor plans indicate a single common entryway serving the entire structure, with additional accesses to decks and garage spaces. Parking is pro\ ided by tw o stalls at the east end of the house to replace the existing garage, and a third separated stall at the northwest end of the house to serve the apartment use. The existing septic system is conforming, and was installed in 1988 to serve a four bedroom home. The proposed residence will include one bedroom in the apartment and three bedrooms in the second level, for a total of four bedrooms. Like most other homes being constructed in Orono, the total square footage includes areas that could possibly be converted to bedrooms at some time in the future if the septic system was expandable. A concern, however, is that there is apparently no alternate drainfield site on the property (See additional discussion below). The entire residence will continue to be known as 3265 Sixth Avenue North, and it is intended that the utilities be metered as part of the principal residence. Septic System & Well Concerns The area proposed for the new addition could not be used as an alternate septic site due to its close proximity to the existing well, and because this area has been cut/filled. Per Exhibit J, Steve Weekman has concluded this propertj' has no apparent alternate drainfield site. While the existing system should adequately ser\'e the proposed new construction, the City must consider whetherit is appropriate to allow the proposed additions and expanded use of the property absent a future septic site. An unknown factor is whether separate living quaners will result in redundant water use (2 loads of dishes instead of 1,2 loads of laundry insted of 1, etc.) which could overlord the system... The well is shown approximately 2' from the proposed foundation, and would either have to be moved, or the house slightly redesigned, or a variance obtained from the Minnesota Health Department, due to the requirement for a 3' setback from any portion of a building including overhangs. This likely can be easily resolved.