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:?; , '. hearing is not to redesign the home, but is merely to give relief if the board feels the request for variance is appropriate. Mr. McDonald explained he is the present owner of the lot and. did not want to continue paying taxes on a vacant lot. He believed this new home will improve the value of everyone's home in the neighborhood. In response to Mr. Millers question, Mr. McDonald explained the drainage on his lot, abutting the proposal, and agreed to redirect his downspout so that it no longer drained on this vacant lot. Cou.ncilmau Nashar has heaxd the concerns of the neighbors and believed this home would be a nuisance and a safety hazard. He wondered if the home could possibly be moved closer to the street to allow the Hamilton's more privacy. Mr. Dunlap explained there is one window on that side of the house and two on the other. Mr. Gomersall explained the windows are similar to other windows all over town and Mr. Hamilton disagreed because the levels are different as he believed it is easier to look down into a room than at the same level. Mr. Dunlap advised the house to the south is setback 27 feet; the house to the north 50 feet; and the proposal is to build this house 33 feet back aud stagger it between the abutting houses. He noted moving the house closer to the street would shorten the driveway. The members did not want to consider a greater setback variance, because of the appearance. Mr. Duvlap suggested that Mr. Hamilton purchase a blind. Mr. Costa believed his concerns were not being heard and the meeting was a waste ofhis time. The board did not want to deprive Mr. McDonald the use of lus land, as he is paying the taxes on this vacant lot. Mr. Hamilton offered to purchase the property. Much of the discussion here not audible as several people were talking at the same time. Mr. Hamilton explained, he was once told there is no way a house can be installed on this lot. Mr. Gomersall advised this information was incorrect as this lot is buildable. Mr. Duulap agreed to flop the house so that the garage is on the left side and the dwelling would be moved further to the south and away from W. Hamilton's home. Mr. Miller restated the safety concern. The board believed flipping the home would move it three feet over and appease the safety concern somewhat. Mr. Nashar recommended that the motion reflect the flopping of the home. J. Maloney moved to grant Timberview Homes, P.P. # 235-12-061 the following variances for the construction of a two story dwelling: a 139 square foot variance for first floor area; a17 foot front setback variance; a 3 foot side yard variance and a 4 foot variance on each side of proposed dwelling for distance from adjacent dwellings. All variances granted were conditional upon the drainage being consistent with the engineering departments recommendations and that the proposed design of the home presented at the meeting be flipped. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section(s) 1135.03 (b), 1135.06 (a) and 1135.07 (a). The motion was seconded by R Gomersall. Roll call on motion: J. Maloney, R. Gomersall, T. Kobema, and W. Purper, yes; and P. Miller, no. Variance granted. Mr. Hamilton advised he would like to appeal this decision to the court and asked how he can proceed. The build.ing commissioner advised Mr. Hamilton to contact an attorney as this must be appealed through the couTt. (OoTE ; P)UWJG 4. Elizabeth Koson. 3831 Root Road. Request for variance (1123.12). Request 9 foot front setback variance to construct gable roof over existing porch. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.06(a). Also, request special permit to enlarge existing non-conforming (front setback) dwelling. Note: this is an existing 5