08/21/2006 Planning Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION . Monday,August 21,2006 6:00 o'clock p.m. (#06-3225 875 BWB,LLC, Continued) � Jurgens commented there is not much vegetation along the Luce Line presently and that the power line easement may limit a person's ability to put vegetation in that area. Johnston stated the easement is located entirely within the right-of-way of the Luce Line. Bremer commented in her view the property owners would prefer the screening. Jurgens stated he would prefer a slope with vegetation rather than a wall. Bremer inquired whether the Planning Commission is agreeable to a maximum of 30 feet building height. Carlson stated the building height would be 28 feet. Jurgens stated it was his understanding there would be a restriction on the peak height in the comprehensive plan amendment. Gaffron stated the Council elected not to include that restriction in the comprehensive plan amendment and that they would like that item to be discussed in conjunction with the approval process. Jurgens stated he would like the roof pitch not to exceed 12/12. . Gaffron concurred that the pitch peak should be discussed in conjunction with the approval process. � Bremer inquired whether the Planning Commission is okay with a depth of at least 20 feet. Gaffron stated that is not an issue since all the units meet that requirement. Bremer inquired whether there would be any accessory structures. Carlson indicated there would not be. - Bremer commented the little bump-outs along the roadway work nice in Stonebay and suggested the applicant consider adding those in this development. Johnston stated they would look at that. Johnston noted the middle of the development consists of a rain garden. Gaffron inquired whether there would be two-way traffic in the circle. Johnston stated there could be two-way traffic. Jurgens suggested that perhaps the roadway in that area be increased to 24 feet. PAGE 21