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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 /> (#02-2762 Timothy and Mary Sweezo, Continued) <br /> Weinberger stated Staff is recommending approval of the variances based on the hardships <br /> demonstrated. <br /> Staff also recommends approval of the variances that would allow the accessory buildings to remain on <br /> the property until such time as they have reached the end of their useful life. This recommendation <br /> includes the understanding the buildings would not be allowed to expand or have any structural <br /> modifications. Weinberger stated the buildings on the site are currently considered legal non- <br /> conforming because they were constructed prior to the adoption of the current zoning ordinance. The <br /> buildings would remain legal non-conforming and would be required to be removed once they have <br /> reached the end of their useful life. <br /> Mr. and Mrs. Sweezo had nothing further to add to Staffs report. <br /> There were no public comments relating to this application. <br /> Smith inquired whether the new residence could be located where the existing barn or garage is,noting <br /> that it would bring the residence closer to conformance. <br /> Weinberger stated that it could. Weinberger stated the Applicants were attempting to maintain the best <br /> location for the house based on existing plumbing for the septic, well, and screening from County <br /> Road 6. <br /> Mabusth stated the garage is relatively new,with the barn being approximately 115 years. Mabusth <br /> stated the barn is in great shape. Mabusth recommended the Applicants be advised what the Code says <br /> about repair of a non-conforming structure. Mabusth noted this lot is a little over three acres,and <br /> inquired how many accessory structures would be allowed. <br /> Weinberger indicated they would be allowed one, with the actual defined area of the lot being <br /> approximately 1.5 acres. <br /> Smith inquired whether the barn is currently being used. <br /> Sweezo stated it is. <br /> Smith inquired what the barn is being used for. <br /> Sweezo stated he has two cows. <br /> Hawn inquired whether the life of one or more of the accessory buildings could be established,noting <br /> that this is new construction. <br /> Mabusth stated she did view this lot and in her view it would be difficult to ask the Applicant to remove <br /> the structures since they are in extremely good condition. Mabusth stated the barn does add a lot of <br /> character to the area. <br /> Smith inquired whether the residence was built to compliance originally. <br /> PAGE 4 <br />