03/15/1993 Planning Commission Minutes

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. MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD MARCH 15, 1993 ZONING FILE #1804 - CONT. Dick Kauffman, 2696 Ethel Avenue, stated he does not object to the proposed house but is not happy about the split drive, of which one leg goes down toward the lake and very near his property line. He said he was worried that this area would become a parking area for vehicles. Landsiedel said it is the intent to plant trees along that property line to screen the drive. Mabusth noted a 5' setback from the drive must be maintained, which does not allow room for tree plantings. Dave Runkel felt there Is a compromisable house location. Amundson stated he does not object to the proposal. Peterson questioned the ability to remove an existing structure and re- establish a new average setback line for adjacent properties. Mrs. Runkel felt the property is buildable, but at a different location. She noted the vegetation referred to by Mr. Landsiedel Is merely scrub brush and will probably be removed. Cohen said he supports the variance request and felt the purpose of the ordinance is to preserve the views and he felt that was done. Schroeder felt this Irregular as the Amundson property was not considered prior to construction of the Kauffman residence. Mabusth explained the corridor may not have been platted but existed as an easement at that time. She noted in the past 5 years, the City has consistently considered lots with platted corridors to the lake as lakeshore property when computing average setback lines. Cohen said he would feel different if the Runkel house had a room used as living space where the garage is located. He stated the Planning Commission is an advisory board to the Council and could not make a binding decision. Peterson stated he Is opposed and stated the view would be impacted. Dale Runkel suggested the house be located further back on the property. 8