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Mr. Mitchell said the height variance for sign B 1 is due to the odd shaped sign including their logo being boxed, actual letters within the box are only 2 feet tall. The north & east wall signs are warranted to identify tenant location internally. A brief discussion ensued pertaining to second floor office spaces usually not having wall signs. Mr. Crook said the first floor access point for the second floor will have a wall sign identifying all tenants on the second floor. Ms. Diver was concerned that allowable square footage for the entire building was exceeded and all tenant spaces were not filled on the second floor. Ms. Wenger said the variances are not substantial and the applicants have altered their standard wall signs to better meet city codes. Multiple wall signs are needed to guide customers on site to the business location. Mr. Crook said the approved sign package for the other buildings were similar to what was being requested. Ms. Sergi asked if the north face of the building had entrances for patrons and Mr. Crook said building access along the north is for employees. A brief discussion pertaining to the building and lot layout took place. Ms. Rudolph asked if the new tenants would be added to the existing ground sign. Mr. Crook said he believed anchor stores are added to the ground sign. Ms. Rudolph and Mrs. Bellido understood the need for north rear wall signs to identify the stores locations internally. Ms. Sergi said the rear of the building faces residents and any sign would adversely impact the abutting neighbors. She does not feel there was sufficient argument justifying two additional wall signs on the building as they will have recognition on the existing monument sign as well as the front of the building. Ms. Rudolph moved, seconded by Ms. Bellido, to grant North Olmsted Tmwn Center of 28400 Brookpark Road (Road Unit A: The Tile Shop) a 1 ft. 2 in. variance for a wall sign higher than code allows (sign 131); code permits 4 ft., applicant shows 5 ft. 2 in., Section 1163.28(c), which passed 4-0. Ms. Rudolph moved, seconded by Ms. Sergi, to grant North Olmsted Town Center of 28400 Brookpark Road the following variances: Unit A: The Tile Shop 3. A variance for 1 additional wall sign on a unit (Unit A: signs Bl, 132); code permits 1, applicant shows 2, Section 1163.28(a). Unit B: Party City 5. A variance for 1 additional wall sign on a unit (Unit S: signs B3, 134); code permits 1, applicant shows 2, Section 1163.28(a). Roll call: Diver, Sergi - no; Bellido, Rudolph - yes. Motion failed 2-2. Mrs. Diver and Mrs. Sergi felt that the amount asked for was substantial and the owner will have visibility without a north sign. The character of the neighborhood would be altered as residents would be forced to see business signs. Governmental services would not be altered and the owners can meet code. They did not believe substantial justice would be served granting additional wall signs. CMS11-08: First Federal Savin2s & Loan: 26624 Lorain Road Proposal consists of a building addition, site improvements and signage. Special Permit A special permit is required to add to a non-conforming building (1165.02) Area Variances