11-18-1991 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTH OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 18, 1991 #1691 & 1702 — CONT. •Chair Kelley asked if the City of Long Lake understood the ramifications of a limited lot coverage. Roos said they understood it to include the principal residence and all outbuildings on the property. He clarified that Lot 1 would have a 25' setback from Orono Orchard Road. Chair Kelley asked how the City would safeguard that the zoning restrictions imposed would not change. Mabusth noted that restrictions would be included within the covenant, and the City could specifically note all setbacks for each lot. Chair Kelley asked what about changes in Orono's regulations, would they apply? Mabusth informed him that the property would be subject to current restrictions. Council member Callahan noted that the regulations for the property will be frozen in time. If changes to the covenants are proposed, they would have to be approved by both cities. is Bellows noted that part of their process was to approve the final drainage and grading plans which have not been supplied and felt the application should be tabled until all pertinent information was supplied. Chair Kelley asked that guest house use, rental apartments, home occupations, and duplex use be addressed in the covenant. Mabusth stated that pertinent standards of the R -1A zoning district could be incorporated within the covenant. Kellenburger noted that it is interesting that the City of Long Lake is endorsing the southern corridor for Highway 12 considering the impact upon this property. Chair Kelley stated that he could not comment on that issue. Council member Goetten felt the issue was not within the Commission's jurisdiction. Bellows felt it was a valid public opinion. 4 Bellows indicated she wanted the Planning Commission to be able to review the covenant prior to final approval. SMabusth noted that was not typical procedure but it could be returned for review. is Bellows noted that part of their process was to approve the final drainage and grading plans which have not been supplied and felt the application should be tabled until all pertinent information was supplied. Chair Kelley asked that guest house use, rental apartments, home occupations, and duplex use be addressed in the covenant. Mabusth stated that pertinent standards of the R -1A zoning district could be incorporated within the covenant. Kellenburger noted that it is interesting that the City of Long Lake is endorsing the southern corridor for Highway 12 considering the impact upon this property. Chair Kelley stated that he could not comment on that issue. Council member Goetten felt the issue was not within the Commission's jurisdiction. Bellows felt it was a valid public opinion. 4