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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING • HELD AUGUST 15, 1994 ( #10) #1953 WILLIAM ALLEN, 3475 LIVINGSTON AVENUE - VARIANCES - PUBLIC HEARING - 9:28 TO 9:47 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. Phillip Payne, contractor for the home owner, was present. Gaffron explained the request is for a side setback and lot coverage variance to construct an addition plus a deck to the rear of the house. There is also a request for a variance to the required 10' setback between the buildings. The 1' overhang will result in a separation setback of less than 3' requiring special fire wall construction. According to Section 10.04, Subd. 14 (C) regarding structural lot coverage there is an exception which states "Regardless of lot area, every developed lot shall be allowed at least 1,500 s.f. of lot coverage by principal residence and garage structures." The proposal is for 1,311.6 s.f. which is less than 1,500 s.f.; thus the lot coverage variance is not needed. He also is allowed 35% hardcover and only 31.7% is proposed so hardcover is not an issue. A side setback variance is needed along the west side. Chair Schroeder noted the hardship statement submitted by applicant. He asked how separation • setback issues had been handled in the past? Gaffron explained fire code issues can probably be addressed by installation of a fire wall but there may not be sufficient access for emergency vehicles to the rear of the property. Peterson felt the addition to the deck closes off the only means for emergency vehicles to access the property and the fire chief should be consulted for an opinion. Gaffron stated additional information is needed for height and location of the fence and adjacent houses. Chair Schroeder asked whether there was public interest. There were no comments from the public. Phillip Payne indicated he would go along with whatever the fire chief allows. The west side of the deck could be moved in to 10'. Chair Schroeder said that would not solve the problem. Peterson requested an updated survey. It was moved by Lindquist, seconded by Peterson, to table Application ##1953 for William Allen, 3475 Livingston Avenue, as Planning Commission wants further information from the fire department and to allow applicant time to provide an updated survey showing as -built garage location. Ayes 4, nays 0. 40 11