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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - SEPTEMBER 16, 1991 (#9) #1679 WILLIAM F. MILLER 2691 CASCO POINT ROAD VARIANCE - PUBLIC HEARING 9:16 - 9:30 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication noted. 'd Certificate of Mailing was William Miller was present for this application. Gaffron briefly reviewed that the applicant Is proposing to remove an existing single car garage and a portion of the parking aroa, and Install a larger garage witn side opening doors.He noted that the second part of this application ' Involves structural maintenance of an existing 8’x8' bathhouse. He explained that the building Inspectors were on the site to review the garage proposal and noticed the work being done on the bath house.They noted that the entire lower level had been removed apart and new posts were Installed In the corners and a new slab was Installed or at least new footings.The applicant was told to stop work on the project, but he continued to finish the project regardless. Gaffron noted that the code states that a non-conforming structure within the 0-75' zone cannot be Improved more than 50% of Its value.It was the building Inspector's contention that the inprovements exceeded the 50% of the valuation. Johnson asked If the platform and stairs are new. Miller stated that they pre-date his ownership and that he has recently washed and stained them so they may look newer than they really are.He noted that since he !s a new owner, he was unaware of the restrictions on the bathhouse. He also noted that he has expended $359 for the repairs to the boathouse and did not feel that It exceeded 50% of the value.He explained that the Inspector told the contractor to stop work on all structural work.He noted that at that time the siding was not on but all other work was done and because of high winds, he went ahead and put the siding on to prevent collapse of the entire structure. He also felt that putting the siding on did not constitute structural work. Cohen asked If the hardcover could be further reduced. Miller Instructed that the patio could be taken out by the back door which results In 70 s.f., and ho could take out all the sidewalks from the house to the garage and put In stepping stones which would result In reduction of 56 s.f. He noted that It Is a matter of practicality, as If stepping stones are Installed, you cannot shovel snow. Rowlette asked about the dog run. Miller noted that It was not added In the calculation because It has a dirt floor.