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ORONO P1XP1ING COMMISSION Septq:nber 10, 19;3 -= =•"-13 rprz_:sa, and reasonable;.imi:atitns on stree_ : a^c- :s in ne future. 2. Require the Street to be Looped, or the Connection With the �3t"Ibbed ",. -tie 'qes- 2,100 feet is more than two times the ordinance maximum length for public streets and there is clearly sufficient justification for either of the options stated above. It :nay be possible to refine the grading plan to take fewer trees. Perhaps a short stretch of very steep grade and the use of retaining walls could make a significant difference. 3. Require the Construction of an Emergency vehicle Only Access Another alternative would leave the lot configuration as is, thus saving as many trees as possible. An emergency access could be provided along the short stretch of the proposed private trail between Pine Ridge Trail and the interior street. The specific nature of this connection could be studied in greater detail. In its final fo rn it could be greatly camouflaged and be designed to preclude trespass by recreational vehicles. We would want to talk to both the City Engineer and the Fire Department about this facility, but there is no reason why it could not be designed to be attractive and to fit into the proposed development. In summary, this application requires that the Planning Commission and City Council carefully reevaluate the issue of maximum cul-de-sac length for private streets. It also demands a careful review and consideration of its unique merits. When this review has been completed, the City will be in a position to take an action that is reasonable both to Mr. Rebers and to future applicants.