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Mr. Baker stated that the home has been cited for not having a platform and steps to the back door. The applicant would like to build a deck and have the steps off to the right. Mr. Baker stated that the deck would be 10 feet by 10 feet and the stairs would extend 4 feet off it. Mr. Papotto noted that something needs to be added to the home due to the citation and a deck would be more useful to the homeowner. Mr. Mackey believed the plan would be a good addition to the home. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Allain, to approve the following variance as written for 17-8073; Melvin Lopez; 24909 Antler Drive: 1. A 20 ft. variance for rear yard setback; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 30 ft., Section 1135.08(a). Motion approved 3-0. 17-8078; Nancv DePauw; 23586 Stonevbrook Drive Representatives: Ed Janesz, JFE Remodeling Proposal consists of a home addition in the rear yard. The property is zoned One Family Residence C. The following variance is requested: 1. A 7 ft. variance for rear yard setback; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 43 ft., Section 1135.08(a). Mr. Aspery said the applicant is requesting a variance of seven feet to allow for the addition of a one-story sunroom to the rear of their home. The proposed addition is 13 feet wide by 15 feet deep. The current setback is 58 feet from the rear property line, whereas the proposed addition would reduce this number to 43 feet. Code requires a rear yard setback of no less than 50 feet. Mr. Janesz stated that the owner wishes to expand the first floor of her home to better accommodate her family. He did not believe that the neighborhood's character would be substantially altered, but the back of her home would be more visually appealing. The value of the neighborhood would increase and governmental services would not be affected. Not approving the variance would hinder the owner from enjoying her home. Mr. Papotto clarified that the proposed addition would extend two feet further than the existing concrete pad and Mr. Mackey confirmed that a new footer would be installed for the proj ect. Mr. Mackey moved, seconded by Mr. Papotto, to approve the following variance as written for 17-8078; Nancy DePauw; 23586 Stoneybrook Drive: 1. A 7 ft. variance for rear yard setback; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 43 ft., Section 1135.08(a). Motion approved 3-0. COMMUlvICATIONS Zoning Update Mr. Aspery reviewed the zoning code update status. It should be approved by City Council in May and become effective in June. The public hearing will be April 12'' at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers. There will be a training session in June to review the changes for the board members.