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2. A 7 ft. variance for the garage rear setback; code requires 10 ft., applicant shows 3 ft., Section 1135.02(c)(2). Mr. Aspery stated that the applicant is proposing to demolish their existing 14'x 20'detached garage and construct a new detached garage using the same dimensions within the same footprint that is currently non-compliant with code. Code requires that a detached garage be set back not less than 5 feet from a side property line and 10 feet from a rear property line. The applicant currently shows 3 foot setbacks for both side and rear property lines, which would encroach on the required side property line setback by 2 feet and the rear property line setback by 7 feet. Mr. Thomas stated the addition for the house shortened the available turn radius for cars on the driveway. Mr. Vicker added that moving the garage into compliance would not leave enough room for vehicles to move. The current garage is in disrepair and needs replaced. Ms. Meredith pointed out that there are not many other options for the applicant and the proposed garage is in the same footprint as the current garage, Mr. Allain and Ms. Sabo agreed. Ms. Meredith moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to grant the following variances for a new garage for 16-5630; Roger & Beth Thomas; 5131 Andrus Avenue: 1. A 2 ft. variance for the garage side setback; code requires 5 ft., applicant shows 3 ft., Section 1135.02(c)(2). 2. A 7 ft. variance for the garage rear setback; code requires 10 ft., applicant shows 3 ft., Section 1135.02(c)(2). Motaon passed 5-0. 16-5631; Sara Franklin; 28643 Spruce I)rive Representative: Sara Franklin, owner Proposal consists of an accessory structure (shed). Zoning is One Family Residence B. The following variances are requested: 1. A 72 sq. ft. variance for area of an accessory building; code permits 120 sq. ft., applicant shows 192 sq. ft., Section 1135.02(d)(1). 2. A 4-1/2 in. variance for the accessory building maximum height; code permits 9 ft., applicant shows 9 ft. 4-1/2 in., Section 1135.02(d)(1). 3. A 3 ft. variance for rear setback; code requires 5 ft., applicant shows 2 ft., Section 1135.02(d)(5). Mr. Aspery stated that the applicant is proposing to construct a 16' x 12' shed in the rear yard. Based on the property's zoning designation, code permits a maximum accessory storage building size of 120 s£ The applicant exceeds this amount by 72 sq. ft. As defined in the zoning code, the building height exceeds code by 4-1/2 inches. Code requires a 5 ft. rear property line setback, applicant's proposed footprint encroaches on this requirement by 3 ft. Ms. Franklin stated that she needs storage for toys and lawn maintenance equipment so she can park her car in the garage. The previous shed was to code. The existing cement pad would be removed or used for another purpose. Mr. Papotto clarified that the shed would not interfere with the trees that are in the yard. Mr. Russell stated that he did not see any easements on the property. Ms. Meredith asked why the applicant could not build the shed to code; Ms. Franklin was concerned about the kids playing behind the shed if there was more room. Ms. Sabo asked about the applicant's ability to keep the fence in repair with only 2 feet between the shed and fence. The applicant said