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` -without a permit. The shed is on 4' x 4' posts and the placement of the shed is fixed. He was not aware that he needed a permit as it was he and his family members who built the shed. Mr. Burke questioned if the applicant was aware that there was an easement along the rear of his property. Mr. Warszwski stated he was not aware of the easement nor was there a visible swell along the rear yard. Pictures of the applicant's baclcyard were submitted to the board to view. Mr. Kelly questioned why the shed could not be moved forward. Mr. Warszwski advised that the posts were cemented in place. He asked if the board members received the letter signed by his neighbors as they have no objections to the shed. The board aclcnowledged receiving the letter the applicant submitted. Mrs. Diver advised that if the city or state required access to the easement the shed would have to be removed. N. Sergi moved to grant Joe Warszawski of 4279 Bentley Drive his request for variance (1123.12), which consists of a new shed and that the followang variance is granted: 1. A 5 foot variance for a shed too close to rear property line (code requires 10', applicant shovas 5'). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d 4)). J. Maloney secondecl the unotion, which was unanimously approved. 2. Jane Palumbo; 25684 Kennedy Ridge Road: (WRD 4) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of a new shed. The following variances are requested: 1. An 80 square foot variance for a shed larger than code permits, (code permits 200 sq ft, applicant shows 280 sq ft). 2. A 17 square foot variance for a shed larger than 2% of rear yard area, (code permits 253 sq ft, applicant shows 280 sq ft). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (D1)). Note: Construction of shed began prior to permit application. Total square footage includes 4 foot overhang. Mr.& Mrs. Palumbo the owners came forward to be sworn in and address the request. Mr. Palumbo indicated that they replaced an existing shed with a larger shed and he was not aware of the limit on the square footage allowed. Their home is at the end of a cul-de-sac and they have additional land which is not shown on the plan. Due to the size of their property they require large yard tools which need to be secured as they have had problems with vandalism to their property. He further suggested that it was not uncommon for police chases to take place in the area as well. They are trying to improve their property and renovate the entire home. Mr. O'Malley questioned if the two lots owned were consolidated it would eliminate the 17 square foot variance. Mr. Palumbo advised that the plan submitted did not fully show their entire yard as the one lot with the home and garage is 1.2 acres by itself. M. Diver moved to grant Jane Palumbo of 25684 Kennedy Ridge Road her request for variance (1123.12), vvhicln consists of a new shed and that the following varianees are granted as amended: 1. An 80 square foot variance for a shed larger than cocle permits, (code permits 200 sq ft, applicant shows 280 sq ft). 2. A 17 square foot variance for a shed larger than 2% of a-ear yard area, (code permits 253 sq ft, applicant shows 280 sq ft). The shed is to have downspouts installed as stated in Engineers letter. Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (D1)). N. Sergi seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. 3. North Olmsted Laserwash; 25054 Lorain Road: (WRI) 2) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of a new development. The following variances are requested: 1. A 186.28 foot variance for property to close to an existing Church, (code requires 500 ft, applicant shows 313.72 ft), section (1139.04 (4) (j)). 5 ofll