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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR OCTOBER 26, 1998 0 (Little Orchard, Continued) Goetten commented if City Council follows the recommendations of Staff, the top of bluff line would not affect the location of the house. Kyle Hunt remarked they are attempting to preserve trees and to take advantage of the natural topography by requesting the top of bluff line to be relocated. Hunt commented they are seeking a compromise and are requesting something in between the two proposals, which would allow the residence to be lowered. Mayor Jabbour stated they are proposing only to change the top of bluff line for Lot 5, and inquired whether the City Council would like to continue working with the developer on this issue. Gaffron remarked that a compromise could be reached and still preserve the top of bluff line. Goetten commented that City Council and Staff have spent a lot of time developing the original top of bluff line, and expressed a concern about revisiting this issue and changing the line. Hunt stated there now is better information available to determine the top of bluff line. 0 Dan Anderson stated they are attempting to preserve the natural contours of the land. Goetten inquired whether the lot was staked as to the location of the residence and top of bluff line. Hunt remarked that staking could be done if it would assist the Council in their decision. Mayor Jabbour commented that the majority of the City Council feels that the issue should be revisited, and suggested the members might want to review the site. Kemna stated he will stake out the location of the house and the top of bluff line which will give the City Council a better perspective on where the top of bluff line is and how the house will be situated. Hunt commented they will accommodate the wishes of the City Council. Mayor Jabbour stated the City Council should definitely visit the site and this matter should be put on the agenda for the next City Council meeting. • 20