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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON FEBRUARY 20. 1096 RuH (#7) #2111 TJ. BIEKER, 2440 OLD BEACH ROAD - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - PUBUC HEARING 7:38-7:48 P.M. The Certificate of Mailing and Affidavit of Publication were noted. The Applicant was present. Mabusth passed out a letter to the Commission, which was read by Schroeder, from the MCWD, who saw no issue with the application noting no permit was required from them. Mabusth reported that the application was for a permanent, T-shaped dock to be located 30' trom the north lot line and 93' from the south lot line The LMCD has received the application which is being considered for approval The DNR approval is also required due to the T-shape of the dock rather than a linear pemianent dock Mabusth noted that the width of the dock has been changed from 6' to 4' The amended plan also notes concerns by Shawn Gustafson, the City Engineer, regarding the depth of the pilings and center support. Gustafson said two 6" stringers could be used instead of five 6" Bieker said the plan would be for five 6" stringers. Bieker said Gustafson was not aware that stringers were made to that strength. Mabusth noted an earlier dredging by the West Shore Lafayette Bay Association of a 50' wide channel. The spoils at that time were brought to the Freshwater Institute. A neighbor brought concerns to Mabusth regarding the layout of the dock w hich went bevond a 30’ setback into the channel area. The channel was duu 30' from the shoreline at a 50' width. Bieker said the original layout was for a 39' length as he was unaw are of the channel The plan was then amended to a 24’ length. Mabusth said the work needs to be performed while the lake is frozen; therefore, the application will go before the Council at their February 26 meeting. Schroeder inquired if a permit was required from the DNR. It was noted that the application process had been started Schroed. wked for public comments. .A lakcshore association member said he was satisfied with the 24' length asking that it not extend beyond 30' Mabusth informed the association that the City had no responsibility in setting this limit but it was up to the private parties to enforce This person asked if Mr. Bieker could go beyond the 24' length if he chose. Schroeder said the length of the dock would be voted upon by the Commission Bicker said he did not wish to go against the wishes of the association. 24