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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday, August 20, 2007 6:00 o'clock p.m. CC , Exhibit C Marzan commented he plans to reside in Orono for the rest of his life and that he wants to comply with what the City of Orono is recommending for this property. Kempf stated the vegetation removal would likely be approved, with the stairway left as is, and 180 square feet of deck being allowed. Kroeger stated he would be inclined to consider replacement of the existing retaining wall but that he would not be in support of expanding it. Kempf noted a plan would be required if the retaining wall is replaced. Kroeger moved, Rice seconded, Application #06-3243, North Shore Gardens on behalf of Richard Marzan, 2895 Pheasant Road, to recommend approval of the revegetation plan and to deny the additional hardcover being requested, with the exception of the replacement of the retaining wall, not to exceed the current width of the wall. VOTE: Ayes 3, Nays 1, Kempf Opposed. 4. #07-3293 BRUCE PADDOCK, 1500 BRACKETTS POINT ROAD, VARIANCE, 7:19 P.M. -7:38 P.M. George Stichney, Developer, and Bruce Paddock, Applicant, were present. Turner stated the applicant is requesting a hardcover variance to allow 27 percent hardcover in the 75- 250 foot zone to provide for construction of a replacement residence. This application was before the Planning Commission in June, with the application being tabled to allow the applicant to supply additional requested information and with direction to reduce the amount of hardcover being proposed. The applicant has reduced the hardcover from 31 percent to 27 percent by reducing the size of the driveways and patios. The grading plan is acceptable to the City Engineer and the location of the proposed house is unchanged. Staff would note that hardcover could further be reduced by narrowing the driveway from 12 feet to 10 feet, enlarging the island in the circle drive, and shifting the house northwest 10 to 20 feet. PAGE9