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`.. Mrs. Diver moved, seconded by Mr. Lopez, to grant Steven & Loraine Hribar of 6017 Stearns Road a 120 square foot variance for total square footage of garages in combination; code permits 750 sq ft, applicant show 870 sq ft total, section 1135.02(c)(3), which was approved 5-0. Joseph Zele: 28064 Edgepark Blvd: Request for variance (1123.12); proposal consists of a new patio fence. The following variances are requested: 1. A variance for a 6 foot fence located within the 50 foot setback on a corner lot; code permits 30 inches, applicant shows 6 ft, section 1135.02( fl(2). 2. A variance for a fence less than 50% open in the 50 foot setback on a corner lot; code requires 50%, applicant shows privacy fence, section 1135.02( fl(1). Mr. Zele was sworn in. He submitted a letter from his neighbors stating they had no objections to his request for patio fencing. The neighbor's property line once had three trees which blocked vehicle lights but were removed a year ago. Since the trees were removed the neighbor's vehicle headlights shine through the patio doors of the family room which no longer allows them the ability to open their drapes. They decided to install a fence to block the light but once the permit was pulled they were advised the code did not allow anything over 30 inches high and 50% open which will not block the lights. Mr. Mitchell said due to the 50 foot setback requirement and the home's orientation, the lot is restrictive which is why he does not object to the request to install the two sections of privacy fence 6 feet tall along the perimeter of the patio. The fence will be 25 feet off the sidewalk, run 16 feet along the eastern side of the patio, then turn west leaving a 4 foot opening, then have another 16 foot run of privacy fence along the northern end of the patio. Ms. Rudolph said she had no obj ections due to the restrictive lot and the need for privacy. The request would not impede vehicle or pedestrian traffic or the character of the neighborhood. Mrs. Bellido did not object to the request as it was minimal and would not affect neighbors and the height is needed to block the lights. Mrs. Diver said other than planting evergreens and waiting for them to grow there is no other option than fencing. Mr. Lopez said the proposed fencing request is the only method available to rectify the situation therefore he did not object. Ms. Rudolph moved, seconded by Mrs. Bellido, to grant Joseph Zele of 28064 Edgepark Blvd the following variances: 1. A variance for a 6 foot fence located within the 50 foot setback on a corner lot; code permits 30 inches, applicant shows 6 ft, section 1135.02(f)(2). 2. A variance for a fence less than 50% open in the 50 foot setback on a corner lot; code requires 50%, applicant shows privacy fence, section 1135.02(f)(1). Motion approved 5-0. Margaret Shiels; 5126 Lucvdale Ave: Request for variance (1123.12); proposal consists of a new pool. The following variance is requested: 1. A 45 square foot variance for pool exceeding rear yard coverage; code permits 131.6 sq ft, applicant shows 176.6 sq ft, section 1135.02(d)(3). Note: Allowable lot coverage (2958 sf rear yard x 20%) = 591.6 sf; Proposed lot coverage (460 sf garage + 176.6 sf pool) = 636.6 sf