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MINUTKS OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON JULY 15. 1996 (#3 - #2135 Paul and Sue Hedlund/Edna Albee Estate - Continued) Peterson responded to the report noting the positive changes that were made. He reported that the number of lakeshore variances requested \s ith this application is similar to that of other properties in the areas of Long Lake Boulevard and Casco Point, which do not meet zoning regulations Peterson said the City does not know w hen sewer will come to the area, and he has no problem with a holding tank Peterson also reported that he spoke with a neighboring property owner to the east, Mr Bingham, who originally voiced concern over the location of the garage near the side lot line but is in favor of the revision. Peterson noted that the street setback is consistent with that of the neighborhood The bluff issue was said to be initiated by the state and does not seem to present a problem in the aplication. Peterson also commented that the average lakeshore setback is not a problem with this application due to the location of houses on nearby properties With these notations, Peterson said the plan was still quite aggressive with the confined building site. JeffMartineau responded that the applicant has addressed the size of the home, which Martineau says is consistent with the size of starter homes at 1092 s f with a 534 s.t. garage and 38 s f deck Schroeder commented that the house was small because it was bound by the size of the lo* Peterson added if this was new construction, this home would not be allowed to be built Smith clarified that the second story does not e.xtend over the master bedroom located on the main floor A future powder room area was noted on the floor plans but will not be completed at this time. There are two baths currently on the first floor. Smith suggested removing the wall to open up the den area so it could not be used as a bedroom. The applicant commented that the wall may be load bearing. Smith asked that it be made clear that the second story’ powder room and first floor bedroom not be used as such. Lindquist said that would realistically happen when sewer comes to the property. Lindquist noted there was only a partial alternate site for septic. Gaflfron agreed but noted it would not be needed when sewer came in. The existing system will be converted to a holding tank and the drainfield eliminated Schroeder asked w'hat would happen if it was found that sewer would not come for another five years Gaflfron said the applicant may then wish to replace the current septic system The applicant reported that it was their intent to notify potential buyers of a 3rd bedroom possibility in the future Lindquist asked if it was the applicant's intent to follow thru with this proposal and rehabilitate the house and then sell it, or sell it now as-is. Martineau said the intent was to have the capability of showing potential buyers what the property could be. Gaffron noted that this could result in a buyer presenting a totally different plan to the Commission at a future time. There were no public comments