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0 MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD JULY 18, 1994 ( #6) #1945 ROBERT AND VELMA WOLFF - CONT. Chair Schroeder asked whether there was public interest. There were no comments from the public. It was moved by Schroeder, seconded by Peterson to recommend approval of Application #1945 for Robert and Velma Wolff, 4450 Forest Lake Landing, to permit construction of a 10'x14' three season porch as proposed with additional removal of a portion of the sidewalk and /or paving along with all underlain plastic and fabric. Ayes 5, nays 0. ( #7) #1947 SAILORS WORLD, 1955 SHORELINE DRIVE - AMENDED VARIANCE APPLICATION - PUBLIC HEARING 9:15 TO 9:45 P.M. The Affidavit of Publication and Certificate of Mailing were noted. Gary DeSantis was present. Mabusth explained that in December of 1993 Council granted approval of multiple variances to allow the installation of an 8'x20' storage module to have been installed within parking stall 34 which would have been 28' from the street lot line resulting in the loss of two stalls. Access to the module is from both sides. Landscaping is to be provided as a buffer. The module located within stall 34 creates a problem for the neighbor across the street because it blocks his view of the lake. City code does not say a property on the other side of the street has a right to a lake view. Applicant does wish to maintain a friendly, cooperative manner with his neighbors. Other issues to be addressed if the module is moved closer to street would be landscaping, safe access, and more intense variances. Councilmember Hurr reported the County would be expanding the roadway in that area to include at least a 4' shoulder. Chair Schroeder suggested moving it behind the building. Mabusth noted a problem regarding the 0 -75' setback area. Rowlette said on a recent site visit a dumpster was located close to the road which obstructed the roadway view. Gary DeSantis responded the dumpster was temporarily placed there because paving work was being completed on the site and the dumpster could now be moved back. Rowlette felt City staff should make a site determination to assess landscaping needs and visibility concerns and suggested the use of arborvitae. Councilmember Huff reminded everyone that the original intent of the landscaping was for screening purposes. Discussion continued regarding other options for possible sites. Camilo Castellon, a neighbor, stated his concerns regarding the storage module and felt stalls #20, 19 or 18 would be better options for him. He appreciated the cooperation he has received from Sailors World and realizes he has no legal rights in connection with the view. 7