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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,April 15,2002 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#02-2778 Manley Brothers, Continued) <br /> Manley stated he is in the process of acquiring some additional land across the front,which would <br /> change the hardcover numbers somewhat. <br /> Kluth inquired what the new hardcover numbers would be. <br /> Weinberger indicated it is approximately 2,200 square feet of additional land,but that he does not have <br /> the new hardcover figures. <br /> Manley noted they did remove the deck off the rear of the residence, which reduced the hardcover in <br /> that area. <br /> There were no public comments regarding this application. <br /> Smith commented she does not have a problem with the expansion to the two story. Smith stated she <br /> would prefer to stay at the 15 percent structure coverage limit, and inquired whether the Applicant can <br /> reduce the structural coverage on the lot somehow. <br /> Manley stated that currently the house consists of 1,200 square feet with a small garage. <br /> Smith noted the Applicant would be permitted to stay at the existing 18.3 percent structural coverage. <br /> Hawn stated the Planning Commission typically is very strict on adhering to the 15 percent structural <br /> coverage as much as possible. <br /> Kluth stated he would not be able to support the deck,but that he could support the addition to the <br /> house. <br /> Manley indicated they have already reduced the hardcover by a considerable amount from what was on <br /> the property. <br /> Kluth stated the hardcover restrictions are designed to help with water runoff to the lake. <br /> Mabusth concurred that it is difficult to approve the increase to the structural coverage,but noted that <br /> the increase may not be as large once the additional land is calculated in. Mabusth pointed out that the <br /> 75-250' setback area will always pose a problem since it currently exceeds the hardcover limit. <br /> Manley noted they currently have no parking available on their lot except for their garage. <br /> Mabusth recommended the Applicant speak with Staff concerning what options might be available as <br /> far as parking once the additional land is acquired. <br /> Hawn stated the Applicant needs to demonstrate a need or hardship in order for a variance to be granted. <br /> Hawn noted the City does allow steps down to the lake. <br /> PAGE 24 <br />