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Proposal consists of a new deck. The following variances are requested: 1. A 13 ft. variance for the minimum depth of the rear yard; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 37 ft., Section 1135.08. 2. A 267 sq. ft. variance for the maximum lot coverage of the main use; code permits 2,175 sq. ft., applicant shows 2,442 sq. ft., Section 1135.05(c). Ms. Wenger stated that zoning is One Family Residence C. The applicant is proposing to construct a 12 foot by 26 foot deck in the rear yard, which will encroach into the required rear setback by 13 feet. Note that the rear yaxd is existing non-conforming by 1 foot. The zoning code permits lot coverage of 25% in this district. The lot is 8,700 square feet. Including the deck, proposed lot coverage is 28%. Mr. Fulea said his family would like to use the deck to entertain family outdoors. Discussion of discrepancies of lot coverage definitions in regards to decks and how they would compare to concrete patios. Mr. Fulea stated that there are three steps to go down to ground level from the house. Mr. Allain clarified that no matter what, a variance would be required for a deck because it is an existing non-conforming house. Mr. Allain and Ms. Sabo believed the applicant would be penalized by the materials chosen if he was denied. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to grant as written 16-5436; Sorin Fulea; 23246 Sharon Drive to build a new deck with the following variances: 1. A 13 ft. variance for the minimum depth of the rear yard; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 37 ft., Section 1135.08. 2. A 267 sq. ft. variance for the maximum lot coverage of the main use; code permits 2,175 sq. ft., applicant shows 2,442 sq. ft., Section 1135.05(c). Motion passed 5-0. 16-5443; Lawrence Becks; 24820 Carev Lane Representative: Lawrence Becks, owner Proposal consists of foundation materials on new addition not matching existing foundation materials. The following variance is requested: 1. A variance to use an exposed foundation material that does not match the existing foundation materials on a new addition; code permits brick to match existing brick facade, applicant shows smooth stucco, Section 1305.03(a)(2). Mr. Russell stated that the City's code requires that additions need to have foundations that match the existing house. The house is currently made of brick and the proposed addition would have a stucco foundation. Mr. Becks stated that only 6 inches of the foundation would be exposed and it would match the style of the addition. The addition would not be visible from the street. Mr. Becks would like to install insulation on the outside of the foundation to create the best heat envelope possible. He would like to install a frost protected shallow foundation to save on materials. There would be three steps down from the house to the floor of the addition. Ms. Meredith clarified that the variance request would be to address the aesthetics and not the materials chosen. Mr. Papotto said the foundation would not be visible especially after mulch and plantings are put in. Mr. Raig moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to grant as written 16-5443; Lawrence Becks; 24820 Carey Lane to build a new addition with the following variance: 4