06-21-2010 Planning Commission Packet

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FILE 10-3469 14 June 2010 Page 3 of 3 Staff finds that, although two setback variances are required, the proposed location of the trash enclosure building may be be reasonable. The loading dock is located adjacent to the proposed structure. The previously approved location for a fenced dumpster area was next to the building and closer to the side lot line than the proposed building. The trash enclosure building location exceeds front lot line setback requirements. There is a significant amount of screening; mature evergreen trees and a land berm, which shields the trash enclosure from Shadywood Road. The applicant has offered the north west corner of the property as an alternate location. However this location is furthest from the building, the loading dock and closer to the most adjacent residential neighbor. Issues for Discussion . The following evaluation criteria comes from City Code section 78-145 and may be used to review the current request. Before granting approval of the site plan review it should be determined that the proposal: (1) Is compatible with surrounding land uses; � (2) Preserves existing unique and natural features of the site and minimizes impacts to wetlands, floodplains, and shoreland areas; � {3) Creates harmonious relationship of buildings and open space with natural site. features and with existing and future buildings having a visual relationship of the development; , (4) Achieves a safe and efficient vehicular and pedestrian circulation system; (5) Places no excessive demands on services and infrastructure, including local streets - (6) Conforms to the City's plans for parks, streets, and walkways; (7) Conforms to the Orono Community Management Plan; (8) Achieves a maximum of safety and convenience of vehicular and pedestrian � movement; (9) Incorporates sufficient landscaping to reasonably screen undesirable features and to enhance the image of the development; (10) Protects abutting properties and does not create detrimental disturbances to surrounding properties; (11) Conforms to all requirements of this chapter unless a variance has been granted. (12) Incorporates efforts to conserve energy whenever practical. Does the Planning Commission identify any other issues or concerns with this application? Staff Recommendation � Planning Staff recommends approval of the commercial site plan review and setback variances for the proposed trash enclosure building.