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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MARCH 9, 1998 • ( 411 - #2341 Daniel J. Anderson - Continued) The proposed radius of the road is requested at 125'. The 275' radius requirement would impact the property's topography, lot layout, and septic sites. Gaffron noted that Lots 4, 5, and 6 are riparian lots meeting the required setbacks but will require average lakeshore setback variances. The property is affected by the bluff impact zone. Grading is being proposed for a walk- out building pad for Lot 6. Gaffron reported that no grading is allowed in the bluff impact zone. The Planning Commission has asked for a 15' easement for a trail along the eastern boundary of the property. The Planning Commission has asked to keep options open regarding the trail location along Old Crystal Bay Road. It is currently proposed for the east side of the road. If the trail were to be placed along the boundary of the subject property, there are a couple of locations where the septic sites would be encroached. Gaffron indicated that the Planning Commission has requested a tree, woodland, and vegetation preservation easement be placed on the property, especially in the bluff area. The applicant has expressed his desire to maintain the naturalness of the lakeshore area. The concern is with future property owners wanting a view corridor to the lake. A draft • ordinance is included in the packet for an easement. Gafiron indicated that Hennepin County has asked for an additional 7' of right -of -way. The Comprehensive Plan stipulates that a scenic parkway only requires 66' of right -of- way, and Staff recommended that no additional right -of -way be required. The current right -of -way is 66'. Gaffron reported that no stormwater ponding has been proposed. Conceptual direction should include the stormwater pond and address the drainage issues noted by the City Engineer. Gaffron indicated that if the layout is changed, the Council may want to send the application back to the Planning Commission for further review. He said the preliminary plat should be revised to eliminate any grading of the bluff impact zone. Gaffron noted that final septic designs are needed. The testing has taken place. Gaffron felt there were suitable sites for septic and may include some trench systems. Gaffron reported that an extension up to 120 days is a result of the request for a lot width variance. Jabbour questioned how the application got this far in the process without any mention of a stormwater pond. Gaffron indicated that the applicant has known all along that stormwater ponding was part of the review process. Jabbour asked that Staff send a letter to the Watershed District notifying them that the City of Orono will not allow cash contributions towards ponding but mitigation must take place on site. 17