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, . � C�r� <br /> Mike Gaffron � -2'-(- /�' <br /> From: William Abbott[williabbott@gmail.com] <br /> Sent: Thursday, January 23, 2014 7:55 AM <br /> To: Mike Gaffron <br /> Subject: Narratives <br /> Positive Measures <br /> The following positive measures will be taken prior to any grading or tree removal to insure the preservation of <br /> topsoil, vegetation, trees/plants and wetlands. We will periodically through out the grading and road <br /> construction project inspect these measures. If we find repair is necessary we will promptly repair any defects. <br /> We will also review the measures with all parties working on the site to insure there are no misunderstandings <br /> occur. <br /> Silt fences <br /> Tree preservation fences <br /> Grading limits demarcation <br /> Permanent wetland demarcation <br /> If there are any other required measures we will comply with those as well. <br /> Response to neighbor letter <br /> Points 1 and 2 will reduce the build-able area on many lots and thus will reduce the value of the homes, <br /> neighborhood and community. Lots of time went into planning the layout of lots and the road servicing <br /> this neighborhood by city staff, engineers, surveyors, designers, home builders and the developers. We believe <br /> this is the best design we all could come up with that is extremely unique to new development but yet matched <br /> the existing surrounding properties as closely as possible. It serves to help meet the goals of Orono's <br /> Comprehensive Plan and also keeps density consistent with the surrounding community. Reducing lot size or <br /> build-able area will negatively effect neighbors, the Orono community and this project. <br /> Point 3, making a separate outlot of the wetlands is not a good idea. It will require a HOA and create the <br /> opportunity for city owned tax forfeited lands. The wetlands will be adequately protected by an easement that is <br /> recorded with the plat for perpetuity. The wetland will have permanent demarcation signs defining its location. <br /> We believe leaving the wetlands as part of each individual lot that they rest on is the best course of action. <br /> i <br />