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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD OCTOBER 26, 1987 #984 SAWCHUR CONTINUED Joe and Pam Sawchuk were present for this matter. Pam Sawchuk explained their "bad lot" problem in that the house was built many years ago only 10' from the lot line. They purchased the house in 1975 and tried unsuccessfully to purchase the adjacent property to correct the location of house. She noted that the only two alternative locations are:. l) approximately 400' back from the house which would be inconvenient in the winter; 2) in the middle of their yard which would be aesthetically'unpleasing and view of barn would be obstructed from house. They are requesting a variance to provide visual continuity to build the barn behind their house. Councilmember Goetten stated she visited the site and felt the location outlined by staff not requiring a variance would be suitable. She also noted that the neighbors, Michael Plank, house would be overlooking the barn if placed where proposed. Joe Sawchuk noted that electricity and water are already located on the proposed barn site. He also noted that if the barn were located in the location outlined by staff, he would have to remove the existing corral area. In addition, the proposed barn is a nice looking barn and the existing shed would be removed. Councilmember Callahan stated he visited the site and felt that the proposed location of barn was reasonable for the neighborhood and in view of the close proximity to the electric and water. He noted that it was apparent that a barn previously was located at the proposed site and felt it would be an improvement to build another barn in that location. Assistant Zoning Administrator noted the concerns voiced by the Plank's at the Planning Commission meeting: 1) opposed to the location from a visual standpoint; 2) concern with adding to an existing drainage problem coming from Watertown Road across-the Sawchuk property to the Plank property. Joe Sawchuk did not feel that constructing the barn would effect the existing drainage at all. It was moved by Mayor Grabek, seconded by Councilmember Goetten, to deny the variance request finding there is an alternative suitable location for the barn that would require no variance. Motion, Ayes 4, Nays 1. Councilmember Callahan voted nay. 2