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ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR JANUARY 19, 2000 <br /> • <br /> (#2556 Barbara and Collins Cavender, Continued) <br /> requirements due to the size of the lot. Smith inquired whether the house could be <br /> downsized somewhat in an effort to meet the 15 percent structural coverage limit. Smith <br /> stated she prefers to see new construction at 15 percent or lower. <br /> Stoddard stated he is in agreement with the 15 percent structural coverage limit. <br /> Stoddard inquired what the total square footage of the house is. <br /> Becca Hein, Architect, noted the second floor of the house has not been designed at this <br /> time, but will be approximately the same as the first floor. <br /> Mrs. Cavender commented the second floor will not extend over the entire first floor. <br /> Stoddard noted the footprint of the proposed residence is 2,300 square feet. <br /> Smith inquired how close to the lake the residence is proposed to be located. <br /> Mr. Cavender stated they would like to construct the house approximately 30 feet from <br /> the lake. <br /> Smith questioned whether the location of the residence could be moved further back from <br /> the lake. <br /> 4110 Kluth commented he personally does not have a problem with the setback, but noted he <br /> does have a concern regarding the total structural coverage being proposed for this lot. <br /> Nygard commented he would like to see the hardcover within the 0-75'setback minimized <br /> as much as possible. <br /> Hawn noted this lot is relatively flat and would not require a stairway down to the lake. <br /> Hawn noted for the record that a letter of support has been received by the City from <br /> David Williams, 1400 Rest Point Road; Clarisse Johnson, 1398 Rest Point Road; and <br /> Pat Walsh, 1390 Rest Point Road. <br /> Mr. Cavender stated the City will receive a benefit by having the new residence being <br /> located out of the City's right-of-way. <br /> Mrs. Cavender stated their purchase agreement is contingent upon approval of their <br /> application. <br /> Smith inquired whether the Applicants would be able to downsize the structure. <br /> Mrs. Cavender commented if they are required to redesign their plan, it would require a <br /> significant amount of work. Cavender noted the proposed garage for the residence is not <br /> oversized. <br /> Hawn inquired whether the house could be located closer to the road. <br /> Mrs. Cavender stated they will not be able to meet the setback requirements. Cavender <br /> • indicated there are utility poles and a lift station located in the front yard, which necessitates <br /> the house being located a little further back. <br /> Page 28 <br />