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MINUTES OF THE ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD FEBRUARY 11, 1985. PAGE 5 Counci lmem'-,er Frahm and T. Adams asked that a compromi se he reached maybe by extending only 10 percent into the 0-75' zone and placing decking on the side. They felt that the 20 percent variance was too much to a 1 low and that a 10 percent variance would be better. David Kirscht stated that from a design and function standpoint it would not be feasible. Mayor Butler withdrew the motion. Counci lmember L. Adams stated that he would amend hi s second if the motion was made for a 10 percent variance rather than 20 percent. Councilmember Grabek explained that if the City was going to give the applicant a 10 percent variance, they may as well give him the 20 percent variance. Grabek stated that by giving the applicant only 10 percent it doesn't make the deck very desireable or useable; therefore, the City should be strict and consistent and not allow any structure within the 0-75' zone. Grabek noted if the City's philosophy is going to change and allow structures within that 0-75' zone, what is the difference between l0-20'. Grabek noted the City may as we] 1 let the applicant have the 20 percent if they are going to change their philosophy. Grabek cisked the Council why penalize the applicant 10' just so the Council feels safer that they are staying within the 75' setback. Richard Racatz agreed with Councilmember Crabek in that if the City onl.y approved a 10 percent variance the deck would not be as functional. Mayor Butler suggested that Council pick a number to gi ve the applicant guidelines on redesigning his deck. Councilmember Grabek stated that puts the Council in an awkward position in that it makes someone pull out of the air a number that they feel appropriate without any basic sound engineering judgment or any science of deckina_, or movement of people, and opening of windows or doors. Councilmember Grabek moved, Mayc,r Butler seconded, to approve the setback variance for Richard Ragatzto construct the proposed deck and direct staff to draft a resolution of approval incorporating all of the findings and conditions made in Mayor Butler's previous motion. Motion, Ayes (4), Nays (1). Councilmember Tim Adams voted nay. Councilmember L. Adams asked why Councilmember Grabek changed his opinion.