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request and voiced that maybe Council should look a creating a garage size scale such as they did with sheds. Mrs. Sergi read a letter from Mr. & Mrs. D'Frantis stating they support the Mazzella's request. She is concerned as the variance is substantial and the workshop is 480 square feet. The character of the neighborhood may not be altered but sounds from the workshop could become an issue. Mr. Lopez asked if the board should place a restriction that the workshop could not be used for business and Mr. Gareau said zoning codes already prohibit the space from being used as a businesses therefore it was not warranted. Mr. Mitchell reviewed codes which set decibel level readings within residential neighborhoods. Mrs. Mazzella said the workshop would be well insulated to ensure noise is not an issue. Mr. Lopez moved, seconded by Ms. Rudolph, to grant Danial & Diana Mazzella of 24188 Maple Rfdge Roacl a 360 square foot variance for a detachecl garage larger than code allows; code permits 750 sq ft, applicant shows 1056 sq ft, section 1135.02(C)(1) which was approved 4-1. Mrs. Sergi voted no. Steven & Loraine Hribar; 6017 Stearns 1Zoad: Request for variance; proposal consists of a new detached garage. The following variance is requested: a 240 square foot variance for total square footage of garages combined; code permits 750 sq ft, applicant show 990 sq ft, section 1135.02(c)(3). Note: existing attached garage = 280 sq ft Proposed new detached garage = 710 sq ft Proposed total 990 sq ft (750 sq ft is maximum allowed) Note: On May 6, 2010, the BZA granted a 120 sq ft variance for a 590 sq ft detached garage. Mr. Hribar and Mr. D'Amico with Great Garage Company were sworn in. Mr. D'Amico reviewed their prior visit with the board and apologized as there was a slight misunderstanding between him and his client therefore they have returned as the garage needs to be slightly deeper. The owner needs to be able to double stack two cars in the garage. The attached single car garage could be converted into a room later so it is imperative to have the ability to double stack two cars. The only change is to extend the garage an additional 6 feet. Garage placement will not change nor will the approved drainage. There will be 179 feet from the back of the garage to the rear property line. Photos were distributed depicting the layout of the previously approved plan and showing the new proposed layout. The garage will be 20 feet wide and 40 feet deep with a patio along the side of the garage. Mr. Hribar said the garage will not look out of place and from the front will look like a single car garage. They have lived in their home for over 25 years and would like to malce egress safer. The patio is being installed to allow them the opportunity to use their back yard. Mr. Mitchell does not object to the request as the applicant's lot is large enough to handle the proposed garage and the front elevation from the street will not be intrusive. Ms. Rudolph said her opinion had not changed since the last review. The only change is the depth the placement and setback are within code and they are just trying to contain their vehicles in a garage. The location on Stearns Road lends itself to making the egress very difficult. Mrs. Diver questioned if a variance on a variance could be granted and Mr. Gareau explained that the variance being sought renders the first variance voided therefore it is a new case before the board. Mr. Lopez said that he did not object to the additional6 feet if the first variance is voided despite the past