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MINUTES OF THE <br />ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING <br />Monday, February 25, 2008 <br />7:00 o'clock p.m. • <br />(4. #08 -3340 MARKAND JENNIFER PRUETER, 3215 CRYSTAL BAYROAD, Continued) <br />Turner noted there was a variance granted to the average lakeshore setback, but in effect, since the deck <br />is higher than six feet, it is considered structural coverage. Turner stated the deck was approved to be <br />located forward of the average lakeshore setback in 1993. <br />Bremer asked whether Commissioner Rahn would like to see the deck reduced in size. <br />Rahn stated he would like to see the deck reduced somewhat and that he does not understand the need <br />for the second floor on the entryway, which contributes to the massing. If the applicant's intent is to <br />increase the size of the entry, that could be accomplished without the second story. <br />White asked whether a portion of the parking area in the front could be reduced. <br />Turner stated in looking back at the minutes from 1993, it was noted that with the road being so narrow, <br />some parking space was needed. Turner indicated one of the reasons why Staff did not seek a reduction <br />in structural coverage is because there is not a small shed or other small structure that could be easily <br />removed. <br />Rahn asked whether the neighbors are in agreement with the project. <br />Prueter indicated both neighbors are in agreement with the project. Prueter stated they would like the <br />entryway to complement the house and that they feel this design does that. The design of the entryway is <br />allows them to have more open space in that area and also allows them to see who is at the door before <br />answering the door. <br />Murphy commented the applicant is upgrading the entire house and that the stone walls as part of the <br />entryway help to create additional massing. Murphy indicated if the average lakeshore setback is <br />adhered to, it would create an issue with the views of the neighbors. In addition, he does not see how <br />the applicant will achieve shade from the pergola given the proposed design, and suggested that the <br />applicant and his family could sit under an umbrella and achieve shade. <br />Murphy noted the City Council has approved numerous upgrades to homes and that the proposed work <br />will definitely improve this house. Murphy stated in his view the entryway and the pergola will block <br />the view from the side and that the applicant should make a choice between the two. <br />Prueter stated if the sun were located directly overhead, the pergola would have no value, but given the <br />angle of the sun over his property, in his view the pergola will provide adequate shading from the late <br />spring through the summer. Prueter stated they have had umbrellas in the past and that the wind has <br />caused problems with the umbrellas. Prueter stated they are seeking a more permanent solution. <br />McMillan commented she does not see the hardship for the pergola. <br />Rahn stated he would be willing to allow the two -story entry if the pergola is eliminated. <br />McMillan stated she understands the advantages of a well - designed entryway and that in her view there <br />is a hardship for the entryway. • <br />PAGE 4 of 12 <br />