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shed in combination and would be as big as the house. She did not believe the garage would keep with the character of the historic district. Mr. O'Malley said the approval should be conditioned upon the Certificate of Appropriateness being issued by Landmarks Commission. Mr. Accordino believed the garage would appear to be lower than the house due to a grade difference, even though the proposed structure would be taller than the house. Mr. Papotto asked about the two sheds that are currently on the property. Mr. Accordino stated that there is a foundation left from demolished additions and plans to make a deck in the future. Mr. Accordino would probably demolish the dilapidated shed at rear of property and move the 8x12 shed to rear of property. The garage would have electricity but no plumbing or living space. Ms. Meredith questioned why he bought the house knowing he needed so much storage. He stated he knew he had to build a garage and plans to purchase more tools for his hobbies. Ms. Sabo pointed out that the garage would have a larger footprint than the house itself. The proposed garage would be 1344 sq. ft. in addition to the loft area. Ms. Sabo questioned why an addition isn't being added to the house to accommodate his storage needs. Mr. Accordino believed this would be slightly less expensive and more beneficial to the family. Mr. Papotto thought the proposed garage would look nice, but would be too much in addition to the sheds. Mr. Allain and Ms. Meredith agreed that the size would be too large. More discussion about the size versus the lot area. Ms.1Vlereditla moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to grant 15-5089; Paul Accordino; 25747 Butternut Ridge, with Certificate of Appropriateness approval from Landmarks Commission, the following variances for a new shed: 1. A 594 sq. ft. variance for a new 24 ft. x 56 ft. garage; code permits 750 sq. ft., applicant shows 1,344 sq. ft., Section 1135.02(c)(1). 2. A 1 ft. 7-1/2 in. variance for the garage heaght; code permits 15 ft., applicant shows 16 ft. 7-1/2 in., Section 1135.02(c)(1). Roll call: Sabo - yes; Allain, Meredith, Papotto,l2aig - no. Motion denied 1-4. 15-5093; Peter Eno; 4074 Shelley Dr. Proposal consists of a storage shed, the following variances are requested: 1. A 100 sq. ft. variance for a shed in the rear yard; code permits 80 sq. ft., applicant shows 180 sq. ft., Section 1135.02(d). 2. A 7-1/2 in. variance for the shed height; code permits 8 ft., applicant shows 8 ft. 7-1/2 in., Section 1135.02(d). The oath was administered to Peter Eno. The proposed shed would be used to store his lawn equipment. Mr. Eno stated the neighbors who share the property line closest to the shed site were ok with the plan. Mr. Russell said Mr. Eno initially proposed a larger shed and reduced it when he learned of the size regulations. Discussion about the proposed shed dimensions relative to the lot size. Mr. Eno wants to have a more decorative shed to increase property value. The existing concrete pad would be slightly larger than the shed. Mr. Allain stated that the proposed garage is too big, more than doubling the allowable size. Mr. Papotto pointed out that the neighboring sheds are large also. Ms. Sabo asked why he poured concrete without building approval. He thought it would be ok due to neighbors' shed sizes around him.