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the garage that is why his cars are parked outdoors, Mrs. Diver questioned if the garage would become the storage area if the shed is allowed as the applicant stated he would use the shed as a work room. Mr. Thompson stated that his vehicles would be kept in the garage. Board members advised that they would table the matter to give the applicant an opportunity to rethink what he needs. N. Sergi moved to table Douglas Thompson of 5479 Columbia Road his request for variance (1123.12), which consists of a new shed. M. Diver seconded the motion which was unanimously approved. Tabled. 4. William Scherer; 3169 Clague Road: (WRD # 2) Request for variance (1123:12). The proposal consists of a new garage. The following variance is requested: 1. A 5 foot rear yard variance for a detached garage too close to rear property line, (code requires " 10' applicant shows 5'). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section; (1135.02(C 2)). Mr. Scherer the owner came forward to be sworn in and address the request. Mr. Scherer advised that 'the Board of Zoning Appeals granted him the 5-foot variance for his garage but due .to his failing health he was unable to construct the garage within the 1 year period and the variance expired. His friends and family members have volunteered to financially and physically help him construct his garage which is required by city codes. He would like to have the garage pad and front steps installed prior to the winter months setting in. Mrs. Diver suggested that the front steps and railing was a safety hazard and should be addressed first. Mr. Maloney advised that the garage would need downspouts and be tied into the storm water drain. Mr. Scherer stated that the new garage would include a drain and would comply with the engineering requirements. He suggested that the electrical wiring for the garage would be installed later when funds are available. T. Kelly moved to grant William Scherer of 3169 Clague Road his request for variance (1123.12), which consists of a new garage and that the following variance is granted: 1. A 5 foot rear yard variance for a detached garage too close to rear property line, (code requires 10' applicant shows 51). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section; (1135.02(C 2)). M. Diver,seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. Variance Granted IV. NON-RESIDENTIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS: 1. Ganlev VW; 25580 Lorain Road: (WRD # 1) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of signage and the following variances are requested: l. A variance for 2 additional wall signs on a building, (code permits 1, applicant shows 3), section (1163.27 (A)). 2. A variance for 2 additional ground signs on a lot, (code permits 1, applicant shows 3), section (1163.26 (A)). - 3. A.9 inch variance for a wall sign higher than code allows (SG-1), (code permits 4', applicant shows 4'9"), section (1163.27 (C)). 4. A 45 foot variance for ground signs too close to each other (exist sign & SG-5), (code requires 200', applicant shows 155'), section (1163.26 (A)). 5. A 100 foot variance for ground sign too close to each other (SG-5 & SG-6), (code requires 200', applicant shows 100'), section (1163.26 (A)). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 sections (1163.27 (A)), (1163.26 (A)), and (1163.27 (C)). Note: #2 includes existing ground sign, new ground sign (SG-5), and new directional sign (SG-6). 3