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5. Fred I.,iffia; PP# 232-10-016 (5222 I9ewev itoad) (W? 1) Request for variance (1123.12). Tkae proposal consists of building a new house. The following variances are requested: 1. A 30 foot variance for a dwelling too close to front property line, (code requires 50', applicant shovvs 20'), section (1135.06 (A)). 2. A 100 square foot variance for mirrianurn required livable floor space for Residential District B, (code requires 850 sq ft, applicant shows 750 sq ft), section (1135.03 (B)). 3. A 20 foot variance for minimum width of lot in Residential District B, (code requires 70', applicant shows 50'), section (1135.04 (A)). 4. A 4600 square foot variance for minimum square feet of a lot in Residential District B, (code requires 10850 sq ft, applicant shows 6250 sq ft), section (1135.05 (A 1)). 5. A 10 foot variance for minimum depth of a lot in Residential District, (code requires 135', applicant shows 125'), section (1135.05 (A 3)). 6. A'/Z story variance for height, (code perinits 21/2 stories, applicant shows 3 stories), section (1135.04 (A 1)). ViThich is in violation of 90-125, Sections (1135.06 (A)), (1135.03 (B)), (1135.04 (A)), (1135.05 (A 1)), (1135.05 (A 3)) and (1135.04 (A 1)). Mr. Lima the owner, Mr. Suliivan, Ms. Larosa, and Mr. NTaxim abutting neighbors each came forward to be sworn in and address the request. Mr. O'Malley reviewed that the lot is an existing lot and ca.n not be changed and the requested use is to be developed as zoned. It would be good to keep in ynind that tlie majority of homes in the neighborhood aze non- conforniing and suggested the commissioners keep in mind the size and Iayout of tIie existing neighborhood. Mr. Lima reviewed that he purchased the lot and home so that he could build a home so lus dauglater could live an the existing hoffie. A new engineering plan was siabmitted. Mr. Maloney read allowed a letter submit#ed from Ms. Kellar whicla voiced that she would like the existing bushes removed as they were not pPOpegiy Ynaintained and belonged to the applicant. Mr. Lima sta.ted tlnat he would be happy to remove the bushes. Mr. Rymarczyk indicated that the home is considered three story if the attic is finnshed off. If the applicant does not finish the attic variance #6 could be eliffiinatetl. Vaaiance #2 a 100 foot variance could aLso be eliminated by addi.ng 4-foot to the back of the home. Mr. Lima iIIdicated that he would not live in the home but would sale the home to family members or on the market. Mr. Sullivan is concerned about the distance to his hoffie. He wotald like to see the trees stay to help buffer the view and only remove trees if they are dead. Ms. La.rosa would not like to see the height of the home at 3 stories. All residents voieed that they did not want a 3 story home. Mr. Rymarczyk stated that the height of the home would not change if the attic was left unfinished it would just not le consiclered a 3 story home any longer. The applicant would aLso need to rernove tlie finished stairwell shown on the plans as well. Mrs. Sergi asked if the placenaent of the home would he consistent with the other homes. Mr. Maxim voiced that he was in favor of the home. The applicant has been very nice and is cleaning the existing home up. 1VIr. Liffia andpcated that the home is being placed 'an the same manoa' as other hoffies in the neighborhood. He agreed to add 4-feet to the back of tlae home and not fmash the attic to eliminate variances #2 & #6. W. Kremzar moved to grant I'a°ed Lima FP# 232m10-016 (5222 Dewey Itoad) his request for varaance (1123012), which consists of buildiag a new bouse and that t}ae following eariances are granteal as amended: 1. A 30 foot variance for a dwTelling too close to front garoperty line, (code requires 50', applicant shows 20'), section (1135.06 (A)). 4of15