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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 27, 1997 (#4 - #2195 Genmar Industries - Continued) The change in the stormwater pond will depend on the number of additional stalls required. The proposal calls for expansion of the pond as it currently does not meet NURP standards. A rectangular shape will result if 3 additional parking stalls are required. If 10 additional stalls are required, the pond would be of a linear nature. The pond will be located in the 0 -75' setback. Gaffron reported that the Planning Commission is pleased with the addition of the toilet facilities and recommended continuation of providing satellite facilities on the Tanager Lake side. The portable toilets would be located within 75' of the lake and would be screened on three sides. Other issues of concern by the Planning Commission include site operations, intensification of use and the parking. The Planning Commission recommended approval with 3 additional parking stalls for a total of 71 where 78 stalls are required. The reasoning behind this decision is based on limiting hardcover. The full expansion would add another 1800' of hardcover. This recommendation would result in a minor decrease in hardcover. The site is also restricted with its location so near to the lake. The Planning Commission did not feel it was appropriate to allow parking on the west side of the road (Application #2196). Additional parking on the east and west sides was allowed in 1989 for the increased number of slips. The Planning Commission felt this recommendation was a good balance of owner rights and the best interest of the public. Gaffron informed the Council that the variances could be granted with a determination made on the number of stalls with conditions, a decrease could be required in the number of slips, or a denial of the variances. He noted that in the case of a denial, the applicant could remodel the existing building and use it as a maintenance facility. The resolution drafted gives Council findings. Gaffron indicated the need to review the issues. He asked that a conclusion be drawn if the building is approved and use found appropriate in light of the parking variances. Jabbour asked for clarification from Staff on views regarding classification of boat slips versus marina usage. Gaffron said the code does not make the distinction whether the use is rental or otherwise noting both generate traffic. He felt there was a definite need for a variance. Jabbour indicated the importance for the record in noting the lack of distinction made in the code for the type of slip usage. Gaffron said the Planning Commission agrees and saw the need for variance due to the constraints of the property and environmental reasons. Kelley said he feels a slip is a slip regardless of how the use is generated. He noted this has historically been a problem. Peterson and Goetten agreed. is