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CITY OF ORONO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL NO. 6786 5) Not expected to generate excessive demand for public services at public cost; No additional public service costs associated with the proposed use are anticipated. 6) Compatible with the surrounding area as the area is used both presently and as it is planned to be used in the future; The adjoining properties to the north are high density residential; to the south and west are commercial. To the east across a stormwater pond is vacant, commercial land. The proposed quasi commercial residential use appears to be consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 7) Consistent with the character of the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; An amendment to the Community Management Plan would allow the proposed use. Compatible with the character of buildings and site improvements in the surrounding area, unless a change of character is called for in the community management plan; The existing building has both commercial and residential characteristics and its location and design make it compatible with the surrounding residential and commercial uses. 8) Not expected to substantially impair the use and enjoyment of the property in the area or have a materially adverse impact on the property values in the area when compared to the impairment or impact of generally permitted uses; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. 9) Provided with screening and buffering adequate to mitigate undesirable views and activities likely to disturb surrounding uses; Adhering to the RPUD landscaping requirements will provide for adequate screening. 10) Not create a nuisance which generates smoke, noise, glare, vibration, odors, fumes, dust, electrical interference, general unsightliness, or other means; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. 11) Not cause excessive non-residential traffic on residential streets, parking needs that cause a demonstrable inconvenience to adjoining properties, traffic congestion, or unsafe access; No evidence has been presented to suggest otherwise. 12) Designed to take into account the natural, scenic, and historic features of the area and to minimize environmental impact; There are minimal natural, scenic features of the site. 13) All exterior lighting shall be so directed so as not to cast glare toward or onto the public right-of-way or neighboring residential uses or districts; The site plan shows minimal measurable light at the ground off site; and 14) Not detrimental to the public health, public safety, or general welfare. There is no evidence that the proposed use will have detrimental effects. Page 6