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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,August 16, 2004 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#04-3046 Robert and Brenda Zoe MacDonald,continued) <br /> Gundlach noted there are photographs depicting the old garage and the new garage in the packets <br /> before the Planning Commission tonight. <br /> Kelley distributed some newer pictures of the existing structure to the Planning Commission. <br /> Kelley stated it is his understanding that Commissioners Jurgens and Leslie have viewed the structure. <br /> Kelley pointed out that only one corner of the structure is encroaching and the adjacent property <br /> located behind the garage is heavily wooded and cannot view this structure. <br /> There were no public comments regarding this application. <br /> Rahn noted he also has viewed the property. Rahn inquired whether the roof has also been made <br /> taller. <br /> MacDonald stated he believes the height of the roof is exactly the same but that the pitch has been <br /> changed to a steeper pitch. <br /> Gundlach commented the steeper pitch could have increased the height of the roof but that City Staff <br /> does not have any building plans to confirm that. <br /> Rahn stated in his view the roof does appear to be a little bit taller. Rahn inquired whether the new <br /> garage is wider than it is deep. <br /> Gundlach stated the dimensions have remained the same. Gundlach stated in her opinion when the <br /> roof was turned, the pitch was made steeper in order to allow the dormers on the front of the structure. <br /> Jurgens stated there is some attic space in the garage but the only access to it is a small trapdoor. <br /> Rahn inquired whether new studs, sheathing and stucco were utilized to construct the new walls. <br /> Kelley stated the old garage was damaged from water so the walls were replaced as well as the slab. <br /> Kelley indicated all the mechanical features of the old garage were incorporated into the new garage, <br /> such as the sprinkler system, electrical panel, and heating system. <br /> Rahn inquired whether the applicant replaced the slab,the walls, and the roof. <br /> Kelley stated they poured over the existing slab. <br /> MacDonald stated the existing slab was raised because of flooding in the garage. MacDonald <br /> indicated every spring they would experience two to three inches of water in the garage. <br /> Rahn inquired why the applicant's contractor did not apply for a permit given the amount of <br /> construction being done. <br /> PAGE 18 <br />