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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCI I. MEETING HELD .IULY 22, 1985. PAGE 3 Based on the direction of the discussion, it was moved by Mayor Butler, seconded by Councilmember Frahm, to table this matter for further staf f review. Motion, Ayes ( 5 ) , Nays (0 ) . 1876 ASPLUND/MONDE 3424-3444 EASTLAKE STREET VARIANCES Randy Asplund, 3424 Eastlake St., and Nancy & Dean Monge, 3444 Eastlake St. were present for this matter. City Administrator Bernhardson explained the applicant's variance requests. Regarding 3424 Eastlake St., Bernhardson stated the Planning Commission recommended that a screened porch be permitted in 75-250' zone. Regarding 3444 Eastlake St., Bernhardson stated the Planning Comvii ssi on recommended the retention of the patio and walk and removal of the walk from patio to the lakeshore. Bernhardson also stated that both lots are over their hardcover allowances with just the existing houses and driveways.Bernhardson noted that the Planning Commission made no recommendation regarding use of the adjacent out lot for hardcover credit in the 75-250' zone. 3424 Eastlake St. ^ Dealing with this property first, Asst. Zoning Administrator Gaffron explained the issue of major rock beds (plast�c lined) that contributed to a major increase of the hardcover. Gaffron stated that the Planning Commission recommended, partially due to the fact that no Certificate of Occupancy has been issued, that these rock beds be removed or the plastic be perforated along with the: removal of the back -Lip pad. Gaffron stated that applicant requests to keen a portion of the patio that would be within the 0-75' zone and in addition allow a screen porch. Gaffron noted that the Planning Commission recommended that any additional screen porch hardcover be traded off with existing hardcover within the 75-250' setback. Mr. Asplund stated that the back-up pad contributes to the safety of children in the area. Mrs. Monqe stated that she also felt more secure hav:itg a back-up pad on their property because of the spring road conditions. Councilmember Adams felt that the patio should be removed, however a suitable alternative for a screen porch should be allowed. Regarding the back-up pad, Adams stated that may be accomplished without beit.n hardcover. Councilmember Grabek stated the anything within the 0-75' area should be removed and that the perch and walk be allowed. Additionally, Grabek stated that the back-up pad should be allowed. Mayor Butler mentioned that in view of the fact that the City created these substandard lots they should have anticipated these types of problems.