Resolution 7639 Var CUP 865 Partenwood

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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL C13. Not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; the improvements to the inland slope with grading and the proposed retaining walls will not adversely impact other properties in the neighborhood; and C14. Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; the walls will be screened from the lake view as they are interior to the current embankment on the property. Landscaping has been proposed above the walls, but would impede access to the building if located near the bottom of wall. The existing house partially screens the wall from the northwest, and a majority of the wall is perpendicular to the north with some new trees proposed, adequately screening the wall from Stubbs Bay, and C15. Not create a nuisance that generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, dust, electrical interference, general unsightliness, or other means; the proposal is not anticipated to create a nuisance; and C16. Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or unsafe access; the proposal is not anticipated to create excessive traffic burdens on the nearby road network; and C17. Designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact; the proposed limestone wall is designed to be a minimal extension of the existing, deteriorated timber wall and will be supporting the slope around the building. The increase in size of the wall is to limit future environmental impact with better soil retention and stormwater flow away from the building; and C18. All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right- of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts; the proposal does not include the installation of any exterior lighting; and C19. Not detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare; the proposal does not come at a detriment to the public health, safety, or welfare of residents and landowners of the City of Orono.