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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br /> Wednesday,January 17, 2001 <br /> (#2651 Stephen Longman Builders, Continued) <br /> Thelma Pulver, 2691 Caroline Avenue, expressed drainage concerns that might result from this <br /> project, noting she currently experiences water runoff from the two roads near her property. <br /> Peggy Kadlec, 2726 Caroline Avenue, indicated she did submit a letter to the City expressing the <br /> concerns of the neighborhood relating to this project. Kadlec stated at the time they constructed <br /> their residence,they were required to comply with the City's regulations and setback laws, which <br /> should also apply in this case. <br /> Kadlec stated they are a tolerant neighborhood, but in her view the Applicant went ahead with his <br /> construction knowing he will need a variance later on. Kadlec stated due to the construction, a <br /> grassy area on their property as well as a 100 year old Oak tree has been damaged. Kadlec <br /> expressed doubts that the actual house built is the same plan that is depicted on the original plans. <br /> Kadlec requested the Planning Commission deny the variance request. <br /> Weinberger stated the hardcover calculations have been verified, which indicate the Applicant is <br /> currently over the 25 percent limit by four square feet. Discussions have been had with the <br /> Applicant regarding where the four square feet could possibly be removed, with there being very <br /> limited options. <br /> Weinberger stated the first issue he would like to address relates to the measurement of the house, <br /> which is actually three feet wider than what was originally depicted on the survey. Weinberger <br /> stated there were two architectural features at the end of the house which were not depicted on the <br /> survey and are considered in the hardcover. Weinberger stated the columns are depicted on the <br /> newest survey and are also included in the hardcover calculation. <br /> Weinberger stated the issue relating to the grading is valid, noting the area was filled in quite a <br /> bit to bring the land back to the natural grade prior to the cabin. Weinberger stated there still is a <br /> fair amount of fill that still needs to be regraded in the spring. Weinberger stated the survey does <br /> show some corrected figures which the land will need to be regraded to. In addition to the <br /> regrading,the property owner will also be installing a gutter system, drain tile, and improving the <br /> drainage swales to direct the water runoff from the house down towards the lake. Weinberger stated <br /> the house located at 2691 Caroline Avenue should not be impacted by any water runoff from this <br /> project. <br /> Weinberger indicated a temporary certificate of occupancy has been issued with the stipulation that <br /> no final certificate of occupancy will be issued until the grading issues are adequately addressed <br /> and done in compliance with City standards. <br /> Bellows inquired whether anyone from the City has compared the approved drawings with the <br /> residence that was actually constructed to see whether it complies. <br /> Weinberger indicated the actual residence that has been constructed does have a few minor changes <br /> to it that are not reflected on the original plans but is fairly consistent with the approved plans. <br /> Bellows stated approved plans are supposed to be complied with and not changed. <br /> PAGE 11 <br />