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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, October 11, 2004 7:00 o'clock p.m. ( #04 -3048 Steven and Kathleen Persian, Continued) Schoon indicated it would be and that they would prefer to have it located in the corner. Persian stated if the building was located in the corner, they would have to drive over a pressure line that goes to the septic, which they have been advised to avoid doing. Persian stated the interpretation of a front lot line is a little unique given the configuration of the lot and that they also have concerns regarding access if the structure is located elsewhere on the property. McMillan commented they would probably want to avoid driving over the alternate septic site as well. Persian stated if the structure is located in the corner and they ever need to use their alternate septic site, they would need to cross over the alternate septic site. Murphy noted the applicant is willing to reduce the structure from 2160 to 1200 square feet, which is practically half of what was originally proposed. Murphy inquired what that does to the profile of the building. Persian stated the building would be significantly lower, with the sidewalls being reduced. Murphy stated the fact that the building is smaller changes a lot of issues that the Planning Commission had discussed. • Rahn indicated the height was a big issue, and the question remains what the side walls would be with the • smaller sized structure. Murphy inquired whether it would be better to send this back to the Planning Commission for their review and input on the revised proposal. Barrett indicated the Council should send it back to the Planning Commission if it is a substantial change that was not considered by the Planning Commission at the time the application was reviewed. Barrett stated if the Council would like the exact dimensions of the building, that is a reasonable request. Sansevere noted the Planning Commission already approved the 1200 square foot size. Persian stated they were made aware of a series of covenants as part of the homeowners association. Persian indicated they are willing to adhere to those covenants. Persian stated they would submit their plans to the homeowners association for review. Sansevere requested the individuals from the homeowners association identify themselves for the record. Sue Wilson, 840 Hunt Farm Road, indicated she has resided in this neighborhood for approximately 12 years. Bridget Armbruster, 870 Hunt Farm Road, stated she has resided in this neighborhood for approximately one year. r1 L_J PAGE 10