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MINUTES OF THE <br /> - ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday, March 15, 2004 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#9. #04-2992 RON POTAS, 2190 SHADYWOOD ROAD VARIANCES-Continued) <br /> has determined that any views the neighbor has over this current flat roof will be minimally <br /> impacted when going to a pitched roof. Also, the neighbor who is affected by the improvements <br /> constructed a new home in 2002 further from the lake than before, which in turn made the <br /> applicant's home non-conforming and thus creating a hardship. The Planning Commission <br /> should discuss the impacts of changing the envelope of the structure at this corner and whether <br /> views are obstructed. <br /> Gundlach recommends the commission discuss the following: <br /> 1. Is the Planning Commission comfortable reviewing this as improvements rather than a <br /> rebuild? <br /> 2. Is the Planning Commission comfortable accepting a pitched roof where a flat roof currently <br /> exists, which increases the envelope of the structure, in areas where setbacks are non- <br /> conforming? <br /> 3. Are there major issues going from a '/2 story to a full story on a lot that's at 42%hardcover? <br /> 4. Should hardcover reductions be required? Possibly the non-conforming shed by the attached <br /> garage? <br /> 5. Are there any other issues or concerns with this application? <br /> Gundlach stated that staff recommends approval of this application but encourages the <br /> commission to ask for further hardcover reductions in consideration of the issues just mentioned. <br /> Chair Smith asked staff if they are absolutely sure the foundation is of sufficient constitution to <br /> take on the addition. Gundlach responded that the applicant has addressed those issues and is <br /> putting in special trusses to support the second story. Applicant responded that the architect has <br /> not verified this. The existing house is 18"block (18' x 8' x 12') and the new addition is all 16" <br /> block. Architect will sign off, but hasn't yet, but he will before final drawings. Gundlach spoke <br /> with the building inspector and he indicated that special trusses should suffice. <br /> Mike Mischke, 1972 Shadywood Road,believes this is a great addition to the neighborhood. <br /> John Erickson, 1620 Shadywood Road can't determine where this property is located. <br /> Applicant responded that it is located south of the Super American station. <br /> The neighbor to the north also thinks it is a great addition to the neighborhood. <br /> Tom Stokes, a building contractor, has been to the property and believes this structure is sound. <br /> Rahn inquired if the second story floor was staying or going. <br /> Page 20 of 48 <br />