07-20-2015 Planning Commission Packet

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,� MINUTES OF THE ' ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Monday,June 15,2015 6:30 dclock p.m. Curtis noted she received a letter from the neighbor to the south across the street,which has been provided to the Planning Commissioners, as well as a brief e-mail communication from the neighbor to the north. The neighbor to the north also left a voice inail regarding the proposal since she was unable to attend tonight's meeting. Curtis played a voice message from Marsha Rokke, 180 Orono Orchard Road. Rokke stated she just found out about the project and that they have been out of town since June 3 and will not be returning until late Monday evening. Rokke stated she would appreciate if nothing is decided Monday night until they can provide some input. Rokke indicated she was told by her neighbor that this project would really affect their property, which is adjacent to 190 Orono Orchard Road. Rokke stated the variance that is being requested seems extraordinary to her and is way over and above what he should be able to build. Rokke stated they are not opposed to a building on this site but that they have concerns about the wetlands and the setbacks. Rokke requested that the application not be approved tonight so they have an opportunity to review the plans. Rokke stated they have received no notification of the project that they are aware of other than their neighbor calling them. Curtis noted the applicant is present tonight and that she has the plans and pictures of the property as it exists today. Lemke asked when the notice cards were mailed out. Curtis indicated they were mailed June 5. Leskinen asked if the correspondence from the other neighbor is based on the old driveway location. Curtis indicated that neighbor did not have the benefit of the revised plan since it was only submitted today but that she is present tonight. Page 32 of 79