Resolution 7577 Conditional Use Permit Farm Animals 430 East Long Lake Rd

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�OtVO CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. 7577 ‘ ' SHOV-ti B9. Compatible with the surrounding area as the area is used both presently and as it is planned to be used in the future; the Property is located in an area with natural resources and low-density residential development. The keeping of Farm Animals is found to be compatible with the existing and future conditions of the area; and B10. Consistent with the character of the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; the character of the area leans on its natural resources, its proximity to Long Lake, and the abundant trees and wildlife. To the south and east of the Property is the undeveloped, Wood-Rill Scientific and Natural Area. Keeping Farm Animals is consistent with the natural and rural character of this area; and B11. Compatible with the character of buildings and site improvements in the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; including the few nearby single-family residences, the surrounding area is rural in 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 6