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i City of ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. 2519 4. The Orono Planning Commission reviewed this application on October 3, 1988 and recommended approval of the conditional use permit for an accessory structure on a through lot, finding that the proposed garage location will be in keeping with similarly situated garages in the neighborhood, and will not alter the character of the neighborhood. The Planning Commission further recommended approval of the proposed variance to allow construction of a garage nearer the street lot line than the front line of the house, finding that the existing house on the property is located near the west end of the property, at the end of a long driveway accessing at the east end of the property, hence the proposed garage location near the house will be approximately 160' from the front lot line, and will have no effect on the character of the neighborhood nor block any views enjoyed by traffic or neighboring property owners. The Planning Commission further recommended approval of a side setback variance of 5', to allow the proposed detached garage to be constructed 5' from the side lot line, based on the • following findings: A) Topographical concerns and the contours and layout of the existing driveway and parking area are adequate hardships to justify a setback less than the 10' minimum setback normally required, due to the applicants' need for an adequate back-up apron. B) The Planning Commission finds no jusification to allow the requested 1' side lot line setback, finding that the garage can be lined up with the lot line at a distance of 5' and still accomplish the applicants' objectives. Furthermore, the requested 1' setback would potentially create a drip line from the garage roof onto the property line or onto the neighboring property, in effect transporting drainage directly to the neighboring property. 5. The City Council finds that the conditions existing on this pro- perty are peculiar to it and do not apply generally to other property in this zoning district; that granting the variance would not adversely affect traffic conditions, light, air nor pose a fire hazard or other danger to neighboring properties; would not merely serve as a convenience to the applicants, but is necessary to alleviate a demon- strable hardship or difficulty; is necessary to preserve a substantial property right of the applicants; and would be in keeping with the spirit and intent of the Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan of the • City. Page 2 of 5