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. � °� . � o 0 '� C ITY of ORONO . � ,� .: , . �, . , ti �� G'�' RESOWTION OF TH5 5 3 10UNCIL �kEsi3�g' NO. . 3. The Plaruung Commission reviewed this application at a public hearing held on September 18, 2006 and recommended approval of the hardcover variance and conditional use permit based on the following findings: a. City Code 78-1282 allows for the installation of stairs, lifts and landings in place of maj or topographic alterations on steep slopes. b. The proposed cllanges to the stair system and wall result in a reduction in hardcover from 1.6%to 0.9%. c. The proposed 0.9% hardcover is allowed pursuant to City Code 12- 1282. d. The pre-existing concrete stairs had a greater visual impact from the • lake than the proposed stair system. _ e. The proposed glacial boulder walls will be minimal and screened from the lake by vegetation for a natural looking slope. f. The applicants have provided a restoration plan meeting the goals and intent of the Zoning Code and the Orono Community Management Plan. 4. The City Cotmcil has considered this application including the findings and recommeiidation of the Planning Commission, reports by City staff, comments by the applicants and the public, and the effect of the proposed variance on the health, safety and welfare of the community. 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this property are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variance would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring property; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicants,but is necessary to alleviate a demonstrable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicants; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive • Plan of the City. Page2of5