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Mr. Mackey clarified with the applicants that the rentals would only include trucks and trailers, not other kinds of equipment. Mr. Papotto asked if more screening would be installed along the east side of the property to help shield the houses. The applicant stated that the current landscaping includes pine trees, Mr. Papotto would like more installed if possible. Mr. Allain was glad the trucks will not be parking in front of the building. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Mackey, to approve the use variance for an accessory outdoor display and storage in the B-1 Local Business district as described in the letter dated Apri127, 2018 for 18-10731; Ace Hardware; 23200 Lorain Road, motion passed 3-0. RESIDENTIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 18-10798; A1 & Gail Jirka; 4685 Dover Center Road Representatives: A1 & Gail Jirka, owners; Bill Piar, 4667 Dover Center Road Proposal consists of a fence in the front yard. Property is zoned A-One Family Residence. The following variance is requested: 1. A 10 inch variance for height of a front yard fence; code permits height of 30 inches, applicant shows 40 inches, Section 1135.02(d)(2). Mr. Aspery said the applicant is seeking a variance to retain the 40-inch high split rail fence currently installed in their front yard along the northern property line. Code allows a maximum fence height of 30 inches in a front yard, therefore requiring a variance of 10 inches to retain the fence as currently constructed. Mr. Jirka stated that the fence was installed by a contractor and he was unaware that it was not code compliant. The ground level varies requiring different fence heights to appear level. They did not want the fence to be lowered because it would be more difficult to maintain the yard underneath and cutting the tops off of the fence posts would detract from the aesthetics of the fence. The fence does not encroach on the neighbor's properly. Mr. Piar stated that his properly is eight feet away from the fence. He was concerned about the height of the fence and how it may affect visibility while driving down Dover Center Road. Ms. Jirka did not think the fence obstructs visibility because it is a split-rail fence that does not go all the way to the sidewalk. Mr. Papotto thought that the open nature of the fence makes the variance request not excessive. Mr. Mackey thought the fence was aesthetically pleasing and did not think it was obstructive. Mr. Allain did not think it was an excessive request. Mr. Mackey moved, seconded by Mr. Papotto, to approve the following variance for 18- 10798; A1 & Gail Jirka; 4685 Dover Center Road: 1. A 10 inch variance for height of a front yard fence; code permits height of 30 inches, applicant shows 40 inches, Section 1135.02(d)(2). Motion passed 3-0. 18-10902; Rav & Diane Plogger; 4640 Dover Center Road Representatives: Ray & Diane Plogger, owners Proposal consists of a new shed. Property is zoned A-One Family Residence. Lot is 91,200 square feet. The following variance is requested: