Agenda Packet Cc - regular meeting 9/12/1988

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD MAY 28, 1985. PAGE 7 #903 FERRELL Councilmember L. Adams gave his opinion should the applicant apply for a variance, he would be willing to consider a total of two lots. Councilmember L. Adams moved, Councilmember T. Adams seconded, to of f irm the staf f ' s interpretation of the zoning code. Motion, Ayes (3), Nays (0). #908 h #924 JON SCHERVEN 2649 CASCO POINT RD (#908) VARIANCE - RESOLUTION (#924) CCNDITIONAL USE PERMIT - RESOLUTION Jon Scherven was present with his father A.W. Scherven. Assistant Zoning administrator Gaffron stated that the applicant proposes to build a two story addition over the existing concrete slab and deck on the lake side of his parents home. Gaffron noted that the applicant proposes hardcover tradeof f s, and that the proposed deck does extend into the 75' setback zone. Gaffron stated that the conditional use permit is required because the applicant is requesting to use the basement as a guest apartment for his parents who are retiring. Gaffron noted that applicant does propose a kitchen in the basement but has agreed that the second dwelling unit would never be rented out. Gaffron noted the Planning Commission did approve the application subject to the following regarding the guest apartment use: 1) apartment for use of family members only; 2 ) apartment use may not be conveyed to a purchaser; 3 ) guest apartment may not be rented out and such to be confirmed by staff yearly; 4 ) use is subject to City review at end of four years. Acting Mayor Frahm asked if a separate entrance is proposed for the guest apartment use. Assistant Zoning Administrator Gaffron noted that the main entrance would be used, but that once inside the main entrance, a door leading to the basement and a door leading to the upstairs is proposed. Zoning Administrator Mabusth explained that the Council did recently approve the Beck conditional use permit which is similar to this application. Councilmember L. Adams felt that the lot is really too small to support anotht dwelling unit. Jon Scherven explained that his parents have tried to sell the home and have not been able to. Scherven stated that he has offered to buy the home, remodel it, and then they would be able to live in the basement. Scherven confirmed that he will agree to any stipulations the Council wishes to place on the guest apartment use.