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The water coming off the driveway needs to be slowed down before it gets to the lake. �-- Rain gardens or a berming system could be used. Stormwater from the house can be guttered to rain gardens or low spots. Ms. Brown asked if the two items he is considering are because he needs to redo his septic system. Mr. Marohn explained they are separate but related issues. The location of the structure will determine if that is a hardship. The reason to look at the hardship for the SSTS is topography and location of wells. We will deal with the structure first. When asked if the well is existing, Mr. Lind stated that it is not; a sand point well is located in the basement. The Planning Commission advised that a well can be placed anywhere within the lake setback. A nonconforming SSTS must be made conforming. Chairman Woog advised that the Planning Commission can table this matter to allow the applicant time to research if it will work or they can deny it and deal with a variance for the sewer. The following was offered to applicant: 1. Applicant can tear down the existing dwelling and completely rebuild it; 2. To change the roof pitch or increase the footprint would require a variance; 3. The four -foot addition would need to be eliminated; �.. 4. The City may be able to help with variances for health and safety issues; 5. Impervious coverage and deck encroachment would need to be addressed. Mr. Lind asked what the City does for nonconforming septics. He estimated 90% on Sibley Lake are nonconforming. Mr. Marohn stated there are no nonconforming septics that we are aware o£ A table would allow Mr. Lind to discuss the issues with his wife. Mr. Lind stated the roof is a nonissue. Mr. Lind asked if he could wait until spring to make a decision without the necessity of paying another application fee. He was advised he would need to sign a waiver. After looking through the parcel file, Mr. Hallan stated that the Compliance Inspection submitted by Bud Sergent in 2004 is correct. The septic system is now nonconforming due to a 1350 gallon tank rather than a 1500 gallon tank required under the current County code. A motion was made by Tom Adams, seconded by Mark Hallan, to table this request. All members voted "aye ". Motion carried. 14ww Chairman Woog closed the public hearings. Minutes Pequot Lakes Planning Commission September 16, 2010 4