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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR MAY 26, 1998 (#11) #2365 Christine Valerius, 3750 Bayside Road - Sketch Plan - continued Flint questioned if there were other subdivision applications in a similar situation. Gaffron responded that the only other application he was aware of is the Brook Park Realty proposal. Flint indicated he would not oppose this proposal but did not want to set a precedent if there were more applications before the City. Gaffion reiterated that staff had advised the applicant to proceed with the subdivision as a sketch plan to provide direction to the ar rlicant. A public hearing would be held to address the lot width variance as part of the subdivision process. Jabbour suggested that the applicant proceed tvith the proposal and attempt to do whatever is possible to have no variances. Valerius confirmed that the next step was to meet with Gaffron to continue with the preliminary plat application. (#12) #2367 LAWRENCE GLEASON, 140 HACKBERRY HILL - VARIANCE - RESOLUTION NO. 4082 Mr. Gleason was present. Van Zomeren presented pictures of the house and reported that the property is in the acre district and conforms to the lot area. The appUcant is requesting ^ 6’ to the existing house on the north side, which encroaches 2 into the 10 side . She noted the house is on a slope, and the proposed addition is m a logical place. The Plannmg Commission recommended approval on a vote of 5 to 0. Flint asked if living close to the park was a problem. Gleason responded tliat they love the park and enjoy the children and families who use it. They see the park as an asset. Peterson moved, Kelley seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 4082 grantmg a side yard variance of 2’ for the property located at 140 Hackberry Hill. Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 0. Gleason asked if he e^er wanted to sell his property if the City was interested in purchasing it. Council confirmed that they were very interested.