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NUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD AUGUST 17, 1992 ZONING FILE #1748 - CONT. Hovland stated they intend to plant vegetation on one side al low one parking space to remain as a convenience to guests, also noted the property does not have a hardcover problem questioned the need to remove the parking area. and She and Chair Kelley felt that since the building is so large, it should conform to all standards. Hovland explained that they have two antique cars which they have inherited from her father-in-law and that they need to store them inside to preserve them. They also have a boat that they wish to store inside. She added that if tne garage were moved further back on the lot, it would destroy several mature trees not to mention the magnitude of the excavation needed because of steeoer topography. Bellows stated she agreed with Chair Kelley and felt the buiiding should conform to alI standards. Hovland explained that their contractor has proposed a 25’ wide garage to allow for some support s+ructure on either side of the garage doors. Peterson stateo he was concerned aoout eliminating the grave, drive because of safety reasons. He asked if the Hovlands Iived at the r«»s i dence. Hovland said the house is currently vacant but her step son would be living there Sf on. Schroeder suggested storing the cars off site. HovI and felt property. the vehicles would be more secure on their own It was moved by Bel lows, seconded by Chair Kelley, to recommend denial of Aoplication #1748 for Robert and Rita Hovland, 1245 North Arm Drive, because the applicants have not oroved sufficient hardships for the request, the vehicles could be housed in a smaller soaca. and there should not be exceptions to the ord nance for oversized accessory structures. Ayes 3, nays 1. Peterson /oted nay. 1 i 's