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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. 7577 nature. The keeping of Farm Animals in a small coop in a screened area of the Property would be compatible with the site improvements in the area; and B12. Not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; the proposed Farm Animals, with significant vegetative screening on the Property and adjacent properties, does not substantially impair the use and enjoyment of other properties in the area; and B13. Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; the trees and woods of the surrounding area enter near the edge of the Property and provide significant screening of the proposed coop; and B14. Not create a nuisance that generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, dust, electrical interference, general unsightliness, or other means; the use is not anticipated to create a nuisance as articulated by the Owners. Should a nuisance occur, the Conditional Use Permit approval can be revisited by the City Council; and B15. Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or unsafe access; the proposed land use is not anticipated to impact traffic or parking in the area; and B16. Designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact; the proposed coop to house the Farm Animals will be located in an area that is adequately screened by the natural environment; and B17. All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right-of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts; the proposal does not include exterior lighting of any kind; and B18. Not detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare; the proposal does not come at a detriment to the public health, safety, or welfare of residents and landowners of the City of Orono. CONCLUSIONS, ORDER AND CONDITIONS: Based upon one or more of the above findings, the Orono City Council hereby grants the following approvals: 56