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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PLANNING COMMISSION <br /> MONDAY,MARCH 19,2018 <br /> 6:30 o'clock p.m. <br /> Schoenzeit commented they would have more usable backyard if the house is moved further back and <br /> would be in conformity with the 75-foot line. <br /> Williams stated they would be happy to consider that and that in his view it would be a pretty minor <br /> adjustment. Williams stated he believes the property owners would be agreeable to that. <br /> Mary Enger,property owner, stated the house originally belonged to her parents and that they are <br /> attempting to maintain the essence of the home for sentimental reasons. Enger stated they attempted to <br /> meet the side yard setbacks and that they are only looking to add some features that would make it safer <br /> and allow them to have visitors easier. Enger indicated she has a large family and they spend a lot of time <br /> in the front porch,which is why they would like to keep it close to the house. <br /> Landgraver asked if Mr. Williams has any response to the City Engineer's comments. <br /> Williams stated they are aware of it and that they understand the issues. Williams stated they understand <br /> they will need to meet the engineer's requests,but they will have to sit down with everyone to resolve <br /> that. <br /> Landgraver suggested that be resolved prior to proceeding to the City Council. <br /> Williams asked if they could make the permits subject to that being resolved in the event the neighbors <br /> are not around. <br /> Thiesse stated the City Council will need to be made aware of that. Thiesse noted the neighbor has <br /> expressed a concern about the drainage. <br /> Williams stated when the landscape architect becomes involved,they will discuss that and create a <br /> drainage plan. Williams noted the basin area turns into a skating rink on this property and that the <br /> neighbor is attempting to sell his lot. <br /> Chair Thiesse opened the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. <br /> There were no public comments regarding this application. <br /> Chair Thiesse closed the public hearing at 7:51 p.m. <br /> Schoenzeit stated in his view the Planning Commission should make the recommendation that the house <br /> be relocated behind the average lakeshore setback line. <br /> Page 15 of 23 <br />