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the garage (the Skyjack/Lull) would have already have to be transported back from the island to shore. So we were facing a situation where we would not have the equipment necessary to build the structure (e.g., getting plywood/OSB up to the roof) if we waited too long. We are also running out of time/ability to leave boats on the water given the possibility of early ice . Again, not your problems, just letting you know our thinking. 6) As such, we made a decision to move forward with some construction, but to do it in a way that was absolutely adaptable and could accommodate whatever decision was ultimately reached by the City of Orono. We went through many design considerations, such as considering some type of modular design that could be built on the ground, then pieced together later. Ultimately, we decided to build the structure in a way that it was completely movable. So in effect, we spent a good deal of time designing the structure in a way that it could meet any requirements given to us. 7) We considered two primary outcomes that were most likely based on feedback from our builder based on early conversations with Roger . These two outcomes were: 1) move the entire garage and foundation over the incremental 3.5ft to meet the 10ft setback requirement and 2) leave the garage foundation where it is currently located, but utilize additional materials (such as fire- rated OSB sheathing) to meet fire requirements. 8) Option #1 (moved the entire garage/foundation): The entire garage has been built on three 2x6 plates. The top of these three plates is simply screwed into the bottom two plates at a few points. If we need to shift, the screws would be taken out of top plate and pulled the 3.5+ feet along the side walls and onto the newly modified foundation, then screwed back down. As such, we would not need to modify the garage structure in any way other than bracing it properly to allow it be moved effectively without damage. See pictures at end of this document for the steps we have taken to make moving possible. 9) Option #2 (utilize additional fire-rated materials): For now, normal OSB has been used on the side of the garage closest to the house. The idea would be to cover over that sheathing with fire-rated sheathing as required and make any additional modifications to the inside of the garage as needed to meet required codes. We elected not to use fire-rating sheathing during the initial construction thus far as we did not in any way want to appear presumptuous as to your decision. Our goal all along has been to be able to adapt to whatever decision you require. 10) Our plan was to get a roof on the structure, to Tyvek the outside, then stop all work and wait on the variance process to complete. We have (nor had) any intent whatsoever to complete and other finishing work on the structure pending the outcome of the variance process. The idea was to build the basic shell using the current foundation as the template, waterproof the structure, wait on the variance process to conclude, then come back in the spring (once the ice has thawed) to make any necessary alterations, then finish the structure. 11) Per Melanie's email about additional money required by end of day today, I will come by your offices to deposit a check for the additional funds required . My wife and/or I will also work to complete any additional paperwork required. I would appreciate the opportunity to sit down and talk with one or both of you about all of this when you are able. I realize that today (October gth) may be a holiday and I'm not sure who I will find in the offices. That is why I have elected to write all of this up in the spirit of my being a much better communicator. 12) I would appreciate it if you could consider letting us finish the roof while we have the Skyjack/Lull still on the island and wrap it in Tyvek, thus allowing us to prepare the structure for