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r r • � � . � O� • O O �b_ � CITY of ORONO � � � . ti �� ,'�' RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL . � �kESH�g' NO. � � C) O� 3. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed th� application on August 19, 1996, and on a vote of 5-1 recommended approval of the proposed vaziances based upon the following findings: A. Applicant has removed significant amounts of excessive hardcover in the 0-75' zone in conjunction with previous variance approvals on the property. There is no remaining hardcover in the 0-75' zone which could be easily removed. B. Hardcover in the 0-75' zone will not change as a result of the proposed roof pitch revisions. C. Hardcover in 75-250' zone will be reduced from 31.0% to 30.25%, a reduction of 217 s.f. of hardcover. Reduction in hardcover will be accomplished by removal of an island within the center of the large • driveway area, making that driveway appear as a loop rather than as a cul-de-sac. The proposed reduction is adequate given the size and configuration of the property. D. The average lakeshore setback variance is justified by the conclusion that existing views of the lake enjoyed by neighboring property owners will not be encroached upon by the proposed additions or roof revisions. E. Lot coverage on the property is currently 7.7% and with the proposed additions will increase to 8.8%, meeting the standard 15% limitation. F. Although the lot size is conforming with an area of approximately 1.5 acres, nearly half of the lot is in the 0-75' setback zone, resulting in overall hardcover on the property just under 19%, meeting the DNR maximum hardcover standard of 25% of the property area. . G. The shape of the lot and the curve of the shoreline, as well as the fact that lake exists on both the north and east sides of the property are hardships that are unique to the property. • Page 2 of 5 � � �