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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Wednesday, February 19, 2003 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#03-2867 DANIEL ADAMS, Continued) <br /> hardcover variance would still be required to allow this amount of hardcover in the 0-75' <br /> setback zone. <br /> Bottenberg stated that the rest of the existing residence, garage, and driveway are located <br /> in the 75-250' setback zone and constitute 37% hardcover in this zone. She pointed out <br /> that, while the driveway on the property is fairly extensive and accounts for a large amount <br /> of hardcover, the circle driveway may be appropriate to assist the residents in backing out <br /> onto Tonkawa Road. There could be other areas of the driveway near the garage and <br /> gravel area to consider for removal. <br /> With regard to the average lakeshore setback, Bottenberg indicated that the existing <br /> residence is located 17' into the average lakeshore setback, which would not change with <br /> the addition and dormers. While the existing topography suggests that the addition would <br /> not be within the visibility of either neighboring property or encroach on any existing view <br /> of the lake, Bottenberg maintained that an average lakeshore setback variance would be <br /> required. <br /> Bottenberg reviewed the issues for consideration and stated that if the Planning <br /> Commission felt the existing conditions of the residence and property created a valid <br /> hardship that supports the variances requested, then a recommendation for approval would <br /> be appropriate, otherwise further direction should be given. <br /> Chair Smith stated that she was hesitant to recommend driveway removal if this made <br /> backing out onto Tonkawa Road more hazardous. <br /> Alexander pointed out that, while the new plan shows the new screen porch outside the 0- <br /> 75' setback zone, the applicant would prefer to build the porch as originally submitted. <br /> There were no public comments. <br /> Bottenberg pointed out that there is an additional deck near the water, covered by snow, <br /> which she could not ascertain its condition. <br /> Alexander passed around an aerial photo with the deck near the water. <br /> While she felt the applicant's design made sense, Chair Smith noted the numerous <br /> opportunities to reduce hardcover on the property. <br /> Alexander stated that the site is difficult to work with and difficult to maneuver by car. <br /> Mabusth indicated that she had noticed that the loop had not been plowed and didn't seem <br /> to be used much. <br /> PAGE 5 of 26 <br />