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. _ ; fenced in and interfere with the natural migration of the deer in the area. Ms. Rudolph said all home owners are allowed to install privacy fences in accordance to city codes. It would not be a matter before the BZA to address unless they required variances. Mr. Allain said the brochure shows samples of 4 ft., 5 ft., and 6 ft. gates and questioned why a 5 ft. gate was chosen. Mr. Lasko said the 4 ft. gate was not available and the 5 ft. gate was chosen to ensure the gate would be visible to both cars and trucks as soon as they turn down the driveway. Mr. Allain questioned how the gates would be supported. Mr. Lasko said the driveway is 15 feet wide, and the gates will be a total of 10 feet wide, with supporting posts installed on either side of the driveway and the gates will open inward towards the owner's home. Mr. Allain said both the applicant and abutting neighbors each had valid points for and against the gate. The property abuts the Metro Parks and a valid concern that once a gate is installed a fence will come next, although that is not before the board. For most SUV's, trucks or vans to visually see a gate over the hood of the vehicle it would need to be a minimum of 5 ft. high. Mr. Papotto said the style of gate chosen is a classical look, will be more than 50% open, colored black and will blend into the area. His only concern is signage being posted on the gates and how deliveries would be made. Mr. Raig felt the need for the gate was valid as it would deter random vehicles and will not adversely impact the neighbors or area. Mr. Raig moved, seconded by Mr. Allain to grant 15-4718; Deborah Drossis of 23857 Mastick IZoad Rear a 30 in. height variance for the height of a gate in the front yard; code permits 30 in., applicant shows 60 in., Section 1135.02(f)(1), motion passed 5-0. COMMERCIAL APPEALS AND REQiJEST 14-2222 Sunoco Gas Stataon; 28925 I.orain Road Proposal consists of building modifications and site improvements. A special permit to add to a non-conforming building is required, section 1165.02. The following variances are required: 1. A 763 sq. ft. variance for lot coverage; code permits 3,298 sq. ft., applicant shows 4,061 sq. ft., Section 1139.05. 2. A 20 ft. variance for rear building setback; code requires 25 ft., applicant shows 5 ft., Section 1139.07. 3. A 5 ft. variance for rear yard setback (dumpster), code requires 10 ft., applicant shows 5 ft., Section 1139.07. 4. A variance for no landscape irrigation; code requires irrigation, applicant shows none, Section 1139.14. 5. A variance for 4 parking spaces; code requires 8, applicant shows 4, Section 1161.05. 6. A variance to enlarge a non-conforming building where the addition does not conform to lot coverage and setback regulations, Section 1165.02(b)(1). The oath was administrated to Architect Stephen Schill, and Owner Taniou Bougebrayel. Mr. Schill said providing retail sales at gas stations axe a big part of their business. The station was built in the early 70's. A previous owner sought similar variances in 2009 which were never acted upon. The lot is less than a third of an acre therefore any improvement to the lot requires variances. The dumpster area was moved towards the back for additional parking and requires a 2