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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD APRIL 8, 1985. PAGE 11 #901 JOHNSON Councilmember L. Adams moved, Councilmember Grabek (cont. ) seconded, to deny the after-the-fact hardcover variance application by Karl Johnson at 3393 Crystal Bay Road based on the following findings : , 1. Evidence has been submitted by James Grady confirming that a parking area did exist on the Johnson property prior to Johnson ' s occupancy in the south, reasonably northwest corner. 2 . The gravel as placed and used is considered as expanded hardcover. 3 . Applicant placed hardcover within protecteu area without required variances. Recommendation for denial is subject to the following conditions : 1 . The south one-half of all gravel hardcover within the 0- 75 ' area must be removed and placed with suitable ground cover (grass, etc ) . 2. Eight foot wide gravel parking area be allowed adjacent to the driveway with a 6 foot wide green area between the driveway and the lot line. 3. Any green cover to be added must be approved by Orono staff prior to ir�stallation. To further recommend approval of the after-the-fact hardcover variance of 6 square feet created by the extension of the retaining wall within the 0-75 ' setback area based on the following findings : l. The major portion of the retaining wall is out of the 0- 75 ' setback area. 2 . The retaining wall serves to control erosion. 3. Applicantwasadvised toerect retaining wallto sustain eroding bank in 1982 by Orono staff . To further recommend that the boat be moved by May 1 , 1985 , and if not moved the staf f is to issue a citation and legal action commenced. Before the vote was taken on the motion, discussion was opened to the public that attended. Dick Carl of 3385 Crystal Bay Road did note that the steep slope in this area has put two cars in the lake and asked Council to consider the topography of the land.