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is an eight foot physical barrier and variances are required to approve this fence. The high tensile wire is durable, will hold up against the deer and is not dangerous to deer or neighbors. He added that granting the variance would not affect the character of the neighborhood because the neighboring properties are commercial properties and trees separate their property from the others. Mr. Hocevar stated that the property had existing apple trees when he purchased the property. The property is across the street from St. Clarence church which neighbors the Bradley Woods nature preserve. His intent is protect the fruit without harming the deer. Mr. Morse added that several trees have been killed by the deer. There is an existing fence around the backyard, one side of which belongs to the neighboring plaza and is in disrepair. The enclosed area is a small portion of the backyard which is over two acres. Ms. Hemann supported the fence and pointed out the difficulties homeowners face regarding the deer population. Mr. Roshetko, neighbor, supported the fence and had no objection. He believed the orchard will have a positive impact on the environment and is pleased that the applicants are maintaining it as a residential property. Mr. Schumann pointed out that the applicants have worked hard restoring the property in a historical manner and believed the proposal was very good to protect the trees. Mr. Russell stated that the Building Department had no objections as long as the fence does not become electrified. Mr. Kelley said that the applicants wanted fencing that would not hinder the views of the neighbors and would not be as obtrusive as other types of fences. Mr. Hocevar stated that the home is approximately 200 feet from Lorain Road. Mr. Raig suggested using stainless steel instead of high tensile wire so it would last longer. Mr. Allain believed the applicant proved their hardship but added that there have been quite a few fencing proposals that have come before the BZBA to address the deer problem. He would like to get clarification on this issue since not all properties will be so clear-cut regarding the issue. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to approve the following variances as written for 16-7545; James Morse & Daniel Hocevar; 30095 Lorain Road, with the conditions that the fence will have no barbed wire, will not be electrified and is installed per submitted drawing and not installed along the property perimeter: 1. A 2 ft. variance for the height of a fence; code permits_6 ft., applicant shows 8 ft., Section 1135.02(t)(1). 2. A variance to install a high-tensile wire fence with weatherized posts, code does not permit this fence type, applicant shows fence made of high tensile steel wire (12.5 gauge, class 3 galvanized, rated at 200,000 psi) at 8 in. intervals with weatherized posts, Section 1369.02. Motion approved 4-0. COMMERCIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 16-7391; Universitv Hospitals; 26127 Lorain Road Representatives: John Crook, Carnegie Management, 27500 Detroit Road, Westlake, OH; Deborah Dicapitt, Senior Project Manager for University Hospitals Construction Services, 923 Trumbull Place, Sagamore Hills, OH; George Papandreas, Executive Vice President of Carnegie Management Proposal consists of building modifications and site improvements. The property is zoned General Retail Business. The following variances are requested: