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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 18, 1999 (#2534 W. Duncan MacMillan, Continued) Peterson reiterated that they are attempting to maintain the historical significance of the residence. Kluth inquired whether historical significance of a property has been considered in the past when determining hardship. Hawn stated to her recollection the Planning Commission did consider historical significance on one other piece of property as it related to a boathouse. Lindquist commented he does not see a hardship in this case. It was the consensus of the Planning Commission that a hardship has not been demonstrated in this case. There were no public comments. Hawn noted that the property owner is a part-owner of the adjacent parcel, and if the residence is sold, that situation will disappear and the Planning Commission should consider these as two separate parcels. Hawn inquired whether a lot line rearrangement had been considered. Weinberger stated that a lot line rearrangement would work in this case, noting that he is unsure about the intent behind relocation of the property lines. Kluth noted that a modification to the driveway has previously been approved. Lindquist stated that the Applicant has the option of tabling this matter tonight or having the Planning Commission proceed with a vote. Peterson commented that he was unsure what hardship he would be able to demonstrate, and that he would like this application to be tabled. Smith stated if the application is tabled, it would allow the Applicant to explore other options that may be available. Motion by Lindquist, second by Kluth, to table Application #2534, 1820 Fox Street, to allow the Applicant time to submit revised plans. VOTE: Ayes 7, Nays 0. (#12) #2538 ROB AND TORI JAFFRAY, 540 BARRETT AVENUE - VARIANCE, 9:00 p.m. - 9:03 p.m. The Certificate of Mailing and Affidavit of Publication were noted Rob Jaffray, Applicant, was present. Weinberger stated the Applicant is proposing to change the roof line on the existing house. The roof line will be changed to accommodate dormers. The dormers will allow for more headroom in the second story. Approximately five years ago this Applicant was granted a front yard variance for a 2 1/2 story addition. The front setback granted was 25 feet from the street line. The Applicant is requesting a variance for front yard setback to be 25 feet where 50 feet is required. Page 14