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MINUTES OF THE <br />ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br />Monday, October 17, 2016 <br />6:30 o'clock p.m. <br />Scott Hochstedler, Applicant, thanked the Planning Commission for consideration of their application. <br />Hochstedler stated they have been working on this project for over a year and that the information before <br />the Planning Commission has been the result of a lot of give and take on both sides. Hochstedler stated in <br />their view careful consideration has been given to the issues. <br />Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. <br />There were no public comments regarding this application. <br />Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. <br />Thiesse asked whether the Planning Commission feels this meets the standards for a variance. <br />Lemke stated in his view the addition works well, is within the parameters of the neighborhood with <br />regards to setbacks, and would be an improvement to the house. <br />Schoenzeit stated he agrees with Staff's report that this is the best location for an addition. <br />Leskinen indicated she is in agreement with Staff's recommendation. <br />Lemke moved, Schoenzeit seconded, to recommend approval of Application No. 16-3869, Scott <br />Hochstedler, 290 Crestview Avenue, granting of a front yard setback variance. VOTE: Ayes 5, <br />Nays 0. <br />Page 2 of 2 <br />