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2. A 1 ft. 9 in. variance for an accessory building higher than code allows; code permits 10 ft., applicant shows 11 ft. 9 in., Section 1135.02(d)(1). 3. A variance for a second storage building on a lot; code permits 1, applicant shows 2, Section 1135.02(d)(1). Note: An existing 30 ft. x 17 ft. 6 in. barn will remain. Deck in rear of existing barn must be removed. Motion passed 4-0. CMS14-09: Stanlev & Barbara Fulton; 23905 Frank St Proposal consist of a new garage. The following variance is requested: 1. A 3.5 ft. variance for a garage too close to side property line, code requires 5 ft., applicant shows 1.5 ft., Section 1135.02(c)(2). Note: Existing garage to be demolished and new garage placed in same location. The oath was administered to Stanley and Barbara Fulton and contractor Tom D'Amico. Mr. Fulton said they have lived in their home for 44 years, and the garage needs to be replaced. If the garage is located following code the garage would be in the middle of the backyard. The lot is only 50' wide. The proximity of the garage to the house would also make access to the garage impossible. There is also a maple tree which would have to be removed to move the garage. The new garage will use the footprint of the existing garage. Access is also a concern. Mr. Russell said the building department had no objections to the request. Ms. Rudolph asked why the garage was being replaced. Mr. Fulton said the slab has deteriorated and has draining issues. Ms. Rudolph moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to grant CMS14-09: Stanley & Barbara Fulton of 23905 Frank St a 3.5 ft. variance for a garage too close to side property line, code requires 5 ft., applicant shows 1.5 ft., Section 1135.02(c)(2), noting the existing garage will be demolished and new garage placed in same location, which passed 3-0. CMS14-10: Michael Freidhoff; 6442 Mackenzie Rd Proposal consists of a second detached garage. The following variance is requested: 1. A 606 sq. ft. variance for a second detached garage exceeding 750 sq. ft: total floor area for a private garage; code permits 750 sq. ft., applicant shows 1,356 sq. ft., Section 1135.02(c)(1). 2. A variance to permit a second detached garage in addition to an existing storage shed, section 1135.02 (d)(1). The oath was administered to Mr. and Mrs. Freidhoff and neighbor Shirley Butera. Ms. Freidhoff said they need to store their outdoor tools and recreational vehicles. They have a shed which stores their riding mower but a storage area for their recreational vehicles is needed. Ms. Butera said she lived in her home for many years and the Freidhoffs are the first owners who have worked to improve the appearance of the property. The lots are very large on Mackenzie so the storage shed would not adversely impact the neighborhood. Mr. Russell said he had no objection. Ms. Rudolph asked if there would be a driveway to the second storage garage. Ms. Freidhoff said the vehicles would only be used once or twice a year. The existing shed will be kept as it will store the children's toys and bikes. Mr. Allain said the area has large lots and as each lot is unique there is no real character to the neighborhood. He is concerned there is no driveway and the existing shed is remaining. Ms. Rudolph said lots of these sizes require larger yard tools and families have more vehicles for recreation. Ms. Bellido said the shed would not be 2