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g0�0 CITY OF ORONO <br /> RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL <br /> NO. 7516 <br /> 9kESH04' <br /> B15.Compatible with the character of buildings and site improvements in the surrounding <br /> area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; <br /> This criterion is not applicable. <br /> B16.Not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the <br /> area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when <br /> compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; The soil <br /> reclamation and mining activity will be contained to the site and will meet all <br /> requirements by the City of Orono and other"outside agencies. <br /> B17.Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and <br /> activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; The applicant is encouraged to work <br /> with any potentially impacted neighboring properties with concerns about <br /> screening or buffering. No screening or buffer requirements are required by the <br /> City. This criterion is met. <br /> B18.Not create a nuisance which generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, <br /> dust, electrical interference, general unsightliness, or other means; The proposed <br /> project will be contained to the site and is not proposed or permitted to encroach <br /> on neighboring properties. The project shall comply with the City's noise <br /> ordinances specifically Sections 58-119 and 58-121 regarding decibel limitations <br /> and hourly operations. Specifically, construction activities are permitted between <br /> 7:00 am and 8:00 pm on weekdays and between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm on <br /> weekends and holidays. The haul route has been reviewed and approved by the <br /> City for the transport of materials. This criterion is met. <br /> B19.Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that <br /> cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or <br /> unsafe access; The materials will be transported off-site over an approved haul <br /> route. The processing and transport will be spread out in approximately 35 <br /> truckloads over 6 months. This should allow construction traffic to be less of <br /> an impact. This criterion is met. <br /> B20.Designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area <br /> and to minimize environmental impact; The project will comply with all applicable <br /> regulations and obtain all necessary permits from outside agencies such as <br /> MCWD, MPCA, MNDNR, and USACE as well as an NPDES permit. This criterion <br /> is met. <br /> 4 <br />