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MINUTES OF THE ORONO COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 12, 1988 ZONING FILE #1334 REBERS>CONTINUED Brown Road was an issuer as was locating a road and access to be used during construction. The other issue was that of the lots and fencing along the northern boundary abutting the Platteter property. The City Engineer examined the possibility of the construction access being located off of Highway 12. He did not feel that access was feasible because of the higher elevations and trees in that area. Mr. Rebers has agreed to be financially responsible for any damage that may occur to Brown Road as a result of the construction. Mr. Rebers met with the Duncansons and Platteters to discuss a solution to their concerns. Among other things, it was determined that there would be a reduction in the number of lots along the northern boundary from 6 to 5 or 4. They have also examined the possibility of widening the barrier from 50* to 70*. Mr. Stephen Pflaum provided a summary of the discussions involving the Platteters, Duncansons, City Staff and the applicant, as follows: Principal Entrance Access; The main access was relocated to a more southerly position that woulJ have the least impact upon the Mabusths and Duncansons. The current proposal would place the access just south of the Mabusth*s driveway. An evergreen barrier would be planted, directly opposite the access to shield the Duncanson home from any visual impact. There would be approximately 20 10* evergreens planted in a staggered fashion in two rows. Due to the fact that they would be planted on the Duncansons* property, their approval would be required. Mr. Rebers has agreed that he will water the trees for one year from the date in which they are planted, provided that the Duncansons provide the water. Documentation of these agreements will come in the form of letters that will be part of the subdividers agreement at the time of final plat approval. Northern Border (Plattet^ Property): It was determined that it would not be feasible to plan*, evergreens in the woods on the Rebers side of the northern boundary due to density of existing vegetation. It would be possible to plant the evergreens on Platteters* property. The evergreens would be planted in the same manner being used for the Duncanson property. However, 40 10* evergreens would be used, rather than just 20. In order to alleviate the need to remove trees to plant trees, it would be necessary for the Platteters to provide a temporary easement, running in favor of Orono, so that the trees could be planted through access from their property. Mr. Rebers will agree to water the trees for one year conditioned upon the Platteters providing access and water. There is a private power line that provides electric service