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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 8, 1997 ( #9 - #2308 Brook Park Realty - Continued) Goetten asked Barrett if it was fairly conclusive that approval should be granted as meeting conditions. Barrett said that was true as far as density is concerned. Gleason noted that the goal was for affordability and cost would increase if two buildings were eliminated and a cul -de -sac added. He felt the private driveway aids affordability. He noted the encumbrance of trees as well noting he was trying to meet a lot of criteria with the plan. Jabbour said the code is specific in its regard to cul -de -sacs. He noted the market price is already over the limit of affordable housing. Jabbour indicated no hardship was shown. Jabbour said either the code should be adhered to or the code changed. Jabbour concluded that because of the density allowed by code and with the cul -de -sac, it would result in a loss of trees. Kelley noted the cul -de -sac would be located at the end of the private driveway. If unit #7 was eliminated, there would be room for a cul -de -sac. Gleason said he understood that but was trying to accommodate several trees but would support the cul -de -sac. Flint asked how the traffic flow worked. The road and paved walkways were noted. Gleason said if the units were staggered, a service door could be provided. He said he normally builds courtyards into the project. Gleason said two separated walkways are being provided where one would normally be shown. This is being done in order to save trees. Kelley was informed that there would be a homeowners association. He asked about outdoor storage. Gleason said no outdoor storage would be allowed. No boats could be placed in the driveway and cars would be allowed in the driveways only temporarily. Van Zomeren referenced the restrictive covenant document noted under #7 on page 6 of the resolution. Kelley questioned whether the Council should review that document. Gleason said the homeowners association document would be submitted with the final plat. Kelley said he would not want to wait until that point and have the Council deny it. Jabbour said it would be more appropriate to give direction now on what is expected. Jabbour informed Goetten that the Council can make conditions on a homeowners association. Gleason said he would submit the document to staff. It was questioned how that would assist enforcement since the document can be modified. Jabbour said modifications would have to be part of the resolution. Gleason said a modification would also require 100% approval, one denial would totally deny it, and would require Council approval. While there is a time limit to the document, it is for 30 years. Jabbour noted the document can be renewed for an additional six years. Jabbour noted that there was a very limited street side to the units. He would like to ensure that there is adequate parking. 13