11/15/1993 Planning Commission Minutes

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. � PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES CITY OF ORONO NOVEMBER 15, 1993 coverage on the site; Commissioner Nolan agreed, and stated he felt that steps should be taken to lessen the amount of hardsurface coverage. He supported staff's recommendation for removal of 7 square feet of patio. Commissioner Lindquist moved Peterson seconded for approval of#1891 Variance for Brian Ehalt/Don Jarnes at 140 Leaf Street with the understanding that there will be no increase in the 0-75' setback area of hardcover area and the aeplicant will submit a revised survev showing the hardcover within the 75-250' setback area at no more than 30%. Chairman Schroeder noted he was uncomfortable moving ahead without an accurate survey, and stated this was not something he liked to do. Commissioner Lindquist stated he felt the applicant should submit a revised survey prior to City Council review, which had the dimensions on it. Commissioners Nolan, Schroeder, Peterson, and Lindquist voted "aye". Motion carried. 10. #1892 Bruce Kehring 4415 Forest Lake Landing - Variance - Public Hearing Building and Zoning Administrator Jeanne Mabusth gave the staff report. She noted that Blake Bichanich, the architect for the applicant was also present. She stated that the sewer was 150' away and the applicant will be able to connect to it. The applicant will have to make a payment of a front footage charge as part of the sewer connection fee. Bruce Kehring, the applicant, explained that the roof of the house is proposed to be used as an exterior entertainment area to avoid the use of patios or decks. He stated the highest point of the house is 30'. Ms. Mabusth stated that a small portion of the house will be three-story and the ordinance allows for a 2.5 stories. The proposed house meets the 30' height requirement but will require a variance for three stories. The Public Hearing was opened. No one present wished to speak. The Public Hearing was closed. Ms. Mabusth explained staff's position regarding the average lakeshore setback and stated there is no problem because the lots are separated by a public roadway, and the property owner has no claim on the view. The current property owner, Roger Byboth, stated he had talked to the neighbors and they were glad to see the proposal. Ms. Mabusth discussed the hardcover variance and the hardship created by the shape of the parcel. Discussion ensued regarding the drainage on the property, and the drainage system � for the house was explained. The water will drain down from the roof into four holding 7