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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 22, 2001 7:00 o'clock p.m. • ( #01 -2714 Fred Puzak, Continued) Puzak stated there would be some modifications to the footprint within the building envelope to accommodate the septic design for a four - bedroom house. Puzak stated there also were some other minor modifications that he would like to make. Sansevere commented in his view the Council should probably wait until there is some type of agreement reached on the septic. Sansevere stated he is somewhat confused, noting it was his understanding that Puzak was attempting to obtain an easement from Franklin for the past few years and was unsuccessful. Sansevere stated Franklin has indicated he is more than willing to grant an easement. Sansevere commented there appears to be some gaps in what has occurred over the years, which may not be germane to tonight's meeting. Sansevere questioned whether this application should be sent back to the Planning Commission once the septic is resolved. Flint stated the granting of an easement would need to be in writing. Stoddard suggested the Council consider approving X number of square feet for the residence subject to the septic being resolved. Moorse recommended the Council approve the variances for this specific plan subject to City sewer being available. Moorse stated had the Applicant known the septic could only handle a three bedroom house, it is unlikely it would have been designed as a five bedroom house. Moorse stated if the • Applicant would like additional bedrooms, he would be required to hook up to City sewer. Puzak stated he would like the variances approved tonight so he can proceed with his design process. White stated the Council will probably approve the plan as presented tonight with City sewer or they will approve a smaller house with private sewer. Moorse stated the Applicant would like to know whether there is an agreement on the Council's part as to the hardcover amount and the setbacks. Moorse commented normally at this stage of the process the Council is looking at a final plan with all the issues being resolved. Franklin stated their conversations for the past two years have always related to extending the sewer line, with no mention ever being made of installing a private septic system. Franklin stated it was his understanding that a private septic system would not be allowed in this area. Sansevere inquired why an easement has not already been granted. Franklin stated he was told by Puzak that the cost to extend the sewer line and hookup was too high and that in his opinion he could construct a private septic system for less money. Puzak stated originally Franklin had wanted $50,000 for a utility easement. Franklin stated he has never asked for $50,000 for an easement. E PAGE 20