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variance is grauted, it should be based on an even number. Mr. Popp still thought this was excessive and the garage would still be larger than some of the homes ou the street. He noted that this garage will be in full view from his rear window. Mr. Gomersall pointed out that their rear yards are deeper than inost in the city. It was clarified that the depth of the garage should be 36 feet instead of 35 because of Mr. Conway's suggestion. The members agreed and it was determined that this would be a 114 square foot variance. Mr. Isabella agreed to a modified variance. J. Maloney moved to grant the request of Michael Isabella, 4199 Clague Road, for a modified request which was mutually agreed on for a 114 square foot variance far garage area to replace existing detached garage. These garage dimensions would be 24 by 36 feet. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.20(c)(1). The motion was seconded by R. Gomersall, and uuanimously approved. Variance granted. 3. Mike Rotella, 23113 Alexander Road. Request for variance (1123.12). Request 30 foot variance to replace detached garage in same location on a corner lot where existing garage is located which is adjacent to the front setback of the abutting properiy. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02(d)(5). Chairman Gomersall called all interested parties before the board. The oath was admuustered to Mr. Rotella. It was clarified that tlus would be tlie same locatiou as the existing garage. No neighbors were present. The members had no problem with the request. W. Purper moved to grant a request to Mike Rotella, 23113 Alexander Road, for a 30 foot variance to replace detached garage in same location on a corner lot where existing garage is located which is adjacent to the front setback of the abutting property. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02(d)(5). The motion was seconded by T. Koberna, and uuanimously approved. Variance granted. 4. James Lumber, 27375 Lorain Road. Request for variance (1123.12). Request 245.5 square foot variance for excess business use signage; request 308.5 square foot variance for excess business building signage; request 4 foot height variance for three of the building signs; request variance to have 12 additional wall signs (one allowed) and request variance to list numerous goods and service which is not permitted. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Sections 1163.11(a); 1163.11(b); and 1163.03(a)(1)(c). Heard by architectural review board on October 18, 1995. Chairman Gomersall called all interested parties before the board. The oath was admiuistered to Mr. Bart James, owner and Mr. Olson, a neighbor. Mr. Gomersall noted that tlus is a lot of signage. Mr. James clarified that tlus international design is dictated by the co-op they belong to. He explained that theu building is at an augle and does not have the best visibility, so they need signage on three sides. Mr. Malouey believed that this sign is a big billboard. Mr. Jaines explained that no structural work is being done, they are only installing signs. He advised Mr. Olson that these signs would not be illumiuated. The members agreed that this was too much signage. Mr. James stated that out of town customers have uot been able to find the store. Mr. Gomersall advised that the board has granted signs for more than one elevation, but not 12 signs at one locatiou. Mr. Maloney suggested that they use a pylon sign. Mr. James agreed that the product signs could be removed, but the name of the store was James Do It Best Lumber and James Do It Best Design Center, and that has to be on the store. Building Commissiouer Conway believed that this should go back to the arclutectural review board with a reduced request. Mr. James responded that they had been to the architectural board and were only asked to el'uninate the product signs. Mr. Conway advised that the architectural review board had asked them remove both the product signs aud the mural. Nlr. James reiterated that the uame of his business was James Do It Best Lumber and James Do It Best Desigu Center. Ms. Boyle pointed out that there was no Design Center on 2