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1VIIlVUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,August 18,2008 <br /> 6:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> (#08-3375 MICHAEL AND MARY DRAZAN,3546 IVY PLACE,CONTINUED) <br /> Sonnek stated it does and that they are at 13.7 percent for the structural coverage. <br /> Gaffron pointed out that Exhibit C shows a series of retaining walls and decks in the 0-75 foot zone and <br /> that Exhibit B shows the proposed house but does not include any grading work in the 0-75 foot area. <br /> Gaffron noted the survey which was distributed tonight does show a significant amount of grading work <br /> and that there is grading being proposed that will probably not be approved. Gaffron expressed a <br /> concern that the slope may not match the existing slope on the adjoining properties. <br /> Sonnek indicated the grading was work recommended by Bonestroo and that they are basically <br /> attempting to blend the slope where the retaining walls used to be. Sonnek stated if you follow the <br /> elevations,it shows a blending of the area where the retaining walls are. In an effort to preserve the <br /> mature trees,they will do the best they can to blend the soil in that area and attempt to achieve a <br /> standard 3:1 slope as close as possible in order to eliminate the retaining walls. . <br /> Gaffron noted a conditional use permit is noted in Staf�s report and that he wanted the Planning <br /> Commission to be aware of that issue. Gaffron asked whether there is a landscaping plan for that area. <br /> . Sonnek stated the one major tree at the bottom will stay and that they are anticipating one tree that is <br /> currently dying will be removed. <br /> Gaffron asked whether there will be any plantings besides grass in that area. <br /> Sonnek stated at this point they are planning to just sod the area but that they would be willing to <br /> consider other plantings if the City feels that is necessary. <br /> Kempf commented he is comfortable with the grading in the 0-75 foot zone rather than retaining walls. <br /> Kempf moved,Rice seconded,to recommend approval of Application#08-3375,Michael and <br /> Mary Drazan,3546 Ivy Place. <br /> Turner asked whether the Planning Commission would like to include some language in the motion <br /> concerning permeable pavement. The City Engineer noted it would be okay to require permeable <br /> pavement in this type of situation. <br /> Kempf stated he generally is in favor of permeable pavement and that typically that discussion in held in <br /> applications where a variance is being requested. <br /> Turner stated permeable pavement would help to offset some of the impact of the hardcover. <br /> Kempf indicated he would be in favor of Staff's recommendation to require permeable pavement for the <br /> driveway and sidewalks. <br /> Turner suggested the Planning Commission consider making it a recommendation. � <br /> Kempf asked whether Mr. Sonnek is familiar with the permeable material. <br /> PAGE 14 <br />