01/21/1992 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING 40 HELD JANUARY 21, 1992 ( #2) #1700 DALE MCCURDY, 4041 NORTH SHORE DRIVE - VARIANCE - CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING 7:13 -7:17 P.M. Mr. & Mrs. McCurdy were present for this application. Mabusth explained that the application involves the installation of a second story deck over existing patio area. She noted that at the time an addition to the existing structure was proposed, the owner claims that the plans showed patio doors leading out onto a deck. She stated that the patio doors are in place. Mr. McCurdy recently proceeded with the installation of the deck and a Stop Work Order was issued. When McCurdy came to the City to apply for a permit, he was told his property had excesses of hardcover and he could not increase the level of structural hardcover. Mabusth pointed out that in 1986 a garage addition was approved, and the hardcover calculations presented for that review were completed by staff. Since that time, errors have been discovered in those calculations. It was originally reported that there was no hardcover in 0 -75' setback area, but after reviewing the property, it is known that area does have extensive hardcover. She also noted that the original estimation of hardcover for the drive was incorrect. Mabusth advised that the McCurdys ask the Commission to allow the installation of the deck which increases the structural hardcover on the property by 119 s.f., without providing an updated survey, with a disclaimer that if any additional improvements are proposed an updated survey would be required. Cohen asked if it was customary to require an updated survey at the time of application and Mabusth noted that is the normal procedure. McCurdy explained the survey would cost between $500 -1000, which is more than the value of the deck. He reiterated that hardcover has not changed from the previous survey other than within the 0- 75' setback area. He stated that a retaining wall was added near the drive to hold the dirt back. It was moved by Cohen, seconded by Bellows, to recommend denial of Application #1700 for Dale McCurdy, 4041 North Shore Drive, until an updated survey is provided. Ayes 6, nays 0.