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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,July 15,2002 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#02-2789 DAHLSTROM DEVELOPMENT, Continued) <br /> the senior building that tried to do the same thing. <br /> Berg asked they not compare themselves to the other development. <br /> Krall indicated that because it is currently under construction it is shaping peoples image of what this <br /> could be. <br /> Johnston stated that in order to cut down on the complaints,a disclosure statement could be provided <br /> for renters of the lofts stating that they are aware they are near public works. These end units would <br /> also be subject to thicker walls and triple glazing to reduce disturbance. <br /> Fritzler suggested placing the stairways or offices at the end near public works versus rental units. <br /> Krall agreed that would be done to the extent possible. <br /> Gaffron noted that the Commission hadn't discussed separation yet. <br /> Mabusth asked for Planning Consultant Case's opinion. <br /> Case stated that while 10' setback or separation is not unusual in a village context,the Commission <br /> needs to realize that they have 2 1/2 story buildings approximately 28' tall with a separation of 10'. <br /> In the revised plan most buildings are flat side to flat side,but it can depend on the architecture. As <br /> one walks by a ten foot setback can feel like a significant setback,but from a roadway,the setback <br /> can look altogether different. <br /> Krall added that landscaping can also effect that dramatically. <br /> Johnston pointed out that, in reality, most of the setbacks are 15'. Based on how some of the <br /> buildings are angled, Johnston noted that at one end there might be 15' separation,while there is a <br /> separation of 22' or more at the other. He indicated that they are looking for the flexibility to go <br /> down to 10', otherwise the corners can get tight, and other ends with setbacks of 60'. <br /> Krall observed that, in their experience,the side yards are not used extensively. They provide nice <br /> separation and greenspace but for the most part people don't use those narrow yards but they do <br /> provide screening from the next unit over. <br /> For the sake of trying to wrap up the discussion for the evening,Johnston stated that,on a plan,they <br /> will provide the Commission with what the proposed exact separations are for consideration <br /> PAGE 27 of 36 <br />