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MINUTES OF THE <br />ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br />Monday, October 22, 2001 <br />7:00 o'clock p.m. <br />Stoddard stated had they known about the situation with the septic only being able to accommodate a <br />three bedroom residence, they might have directed the Applicant to reduce the size of the house and <br />come back before the Planning Commission with a revised plan. <br />Puzak stated the deck and stairwell could be redesigned. Puzak indicated this plan was intended to be <br />I <br />conceptual. Puzak stated he would request approval for a four bedroom design subject to the sewer <br />issue being resolved. <br />Franklin stated in his opinion a septic system is out of the question given the close proximity of the lake <br />and in light of a connection to City sewer being pos~ible. <br />Weinberger stated in his opinion the best option would be to have Mr. Puzak connect to City sewer. <br />Weinberger pointed out should a new plan be submitted, a new variance application would be needed <br />since the plan is different from what was originally approved. <br />Flint noted Puzak has indicated he has been working on this project for quite some time and he would <br />like to have the Council's views on the hardcover and setback issues. <br />Puzak stated he understands that any major changes to his plan would require a separate variance <br />application. Puzak stated his architect had suggested to him that he find out what the City would <br />approve as it relates to hardcover and setback, and then revise his plan accordingly. Puzak indicated he <br />has been designing this house for several years, and in his opinion if he is required to resolve the septic <br />issue prior to approval, that would delay his project even longer. <br />Franklin commented he has only learned within the past week that Puzak was considering constructing a <br />septic system rather than hook up to City sewer. Franklin stated he can understand the reasons why the <br />Council would condition approval upon resolution of the septic issue, but questioned whether a private <br />septic system would be appropriate in this area since it is located on the lakeshore. <br />Flint inquired whether Franklin was willing to grant the easement at no cost to Puzak or whether he <br />PAGE 27