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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,April 17,2017 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> The configuration of the property along the channel creates a unique situation regarding the view. Most <br /> of the homes are situated primarily toward the channel. The neighboring home to the north at 815 Forest <br /> Arms Lane is set back further on their property than the applicants' home. 815 Forest Arms Lane has <br /> little to no direct lake views over the applicants' property since their home is oriented to the west. The <br /> neighbor to the south at 835 Forest Arms Lane faces southwest toward the channel. <br /> Supportive comments from the neighbors were received and have been included in the Commission's <br /> packet. <br /> Planning Staff recommends approval. <br /> The Planning Commission had no questions for Staff. <br /> Nathan Brandenburg, Applicant, stated the application speaks for itself and that he would be available to <br /> answer any questions. <br /> Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 9:04 p.m. <br /> There were no public comments regarding this application. <br /> Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 9:04 p.m. <br /> Thiesse commented this is a pretty straight forward application. <br /> Landgraver noted the property owners are not increasing the structural coverage on the lot and that some <br /> thought was put into the plan. <br /> Schwingler moved,Leskinen seconded,to recommend approval of Application No. 17-927,Nathan <br /> and Beth Brandenburg,825 Forest Arms Lane,granting of a variance per Staff's recommendation. <br /> VOTE: Ayes 6,Nays 0. <br /> Landgraver noted an email was received from Mike McElligott in support of the proposed project but that <br /> he did express concerns regarding the condition of the road. <br /> Curtis indicated she did forward the email to the City Engineer. <br /> 7. #17-3928 MICHAEL HART,2510 CASCO POINT ROAD, CONDITIONAL USE <br /> PERMIT,9:05 P.M.—9:13 P.M. <br /> Michael Hart, Applicant, was present. <br /> Curtis stated the applicant is requesting a conditional use permit in order to conduct grading and filling <br /> activities on the property to support the construction of a new residence. The applicant proposes to <br /> accommodate a home with a first floor garage. The site currently includes a home with a tuck-under <br /> garage. The grading and filling activities will be in excess of 500 cubic yards of material and the property <br /> is located within the shoreland. Therefore a conditional use permit is required. <br /> Page 24 of 48 <br />