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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday, July 21, 2003 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#14 #03-2919 KEVIN AND DEBORAH THOMPSON, Continued) <br /> if they wished to include the pool as part of the application. He encouraged the Commission to <br /> give the applicant direction with regard to the oversize accessory structure created by combining <br /> the two buildings and greenhouse. <br /> Rahn stated that it appeared the applicants would exceed the 2,000 s.f. accessory limit, as well as <br /> the 1,000 s.f. accessory size per building limit by attaching the greenhouse between the two. <br /> Gaffron pointed out that there was no information pertaining to the dimensions of the proposed <br /> greenhouse. He stated that, if the greenhouse were a small structure, the totals might fall under <br /> 2,000 s.f.; however, it may still exceed the 1,000 individual limit when combined with one of the <br /> other structures. <br /> Thompson stated that, eventually, they would like to use a portion of the new garage as a pool <br /> house. <br /> While swimming pools are not considered part of the accessory structures, Gaffron pointed out <br /> that they must still meet setbacks. <br /> Thompson asked if variances were given for pool setbacks. <br /> Hawn believed a converted pool house with plumbing brings new issues to light, as does the <br /> need for a conditional use permit. She maintained that more information was necessary in order <br /> for the Commission to vote on this application. <br /> Although the garage would eventually be converted to a pool house, Thompson indicated that <br /> their current use would be for storage. <br /> Berg reiterated that, since the Commission lacks the necessary information to attain a clear <br /> understanding of what the applicant wants, the Commission could not vote on the application <br /> this evening. <br /> Gaffron suggested the Commission provide the applicant with further direction of what is needed <br /> for application prior to the next meeting with regard to plumbing, pool location and size, and <br /> whether the Commission could be persuaded to grant a side yard setback. <br /> Berg added that dimensions for the greenhouse were necessary as well. <br /> Fritzler pointed out that accessory structures are required to be 10' apart if not attached, and if <br /> attached, they cannot exceed the oversize classification. <br /> Thompson stated that she believed they were below the 2,000 s.f. limit with the buildings <br /> attached. <br /> PAGE 24 of 37 <br />