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J. Maloney inotioned to approve James Blake of 23916 Elm Road his request for variance (1123.12). Which consists of a swimming pool and that the following variances be granted: 1) A variance to install a swiinming pool less than the required front building setback for the abutting lot on the side street. (1135.02 D 5) 2) A 1.5 square foot variance for total area of rear yard accessory structure (code allows 852.5sq ft, applicant shows 854sq ft) (1135.02 D 2). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 sections, (1135.02 D 2& 5). The motion was seconded by W. Kremzar and unanimously approved. Variances Granted. 11. North Olmsted Assemblv of God Church: 3874 Columbia Road: Request for variance (1123.12). Proposal consists of expanding eYisting gravel parking area. The following variances are required: 1) A variance not to install a concrete or bituminous concrete pavement parking lot or provide drainage or curbing for the same as required by the zoning code, (1161.11). 2) A 15 foot variance for sideyard setback (code requires 20ft setback; applicant shows Sft) (1118.02 (2 C). 3) A 15 foot variance for rear yard setback (code requires ZOft setback, applicant shows 5ft) (1118.02 (2 C). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 sections, (1161.11) and (1118.02 (2 C). Chairman Gomersall called all interested parties forward and reviewed the variances being requestecl. Mr. Bill 1Vlace, a representative from the Church, came fonvard to present the proposal. 1VIr. Gomersall asked Rymarczyk about the issue of water problems. Mr. Rymarczyk indicated that the engineerulg department is requesting a retention basin, lighting and some improvements to the parking lot before the permit is granted. He indicated that he had spoken to the City Engineer, P. Deichmann who indicated that a letter was sent to the applicant informing him of the engineering requirements. Mr. Mace indicated that the church understood what was need. He further commented that the Church was presently in the process of purchasing neighbors property. The Church would like to add an addition in two years and did not Irnow a pernut was needed to put the gravel driveway in place. Mr. Koberna informed Mr. Mace that the gravel could not be finished until the .drainage issue was resolved. Mr. Gomersall indicated he received a letter from the City Engineer, Mr. Deichmann and it inclicates, section 927.06 of the codified ordinances does require storm water retention for gravel parking areas or dnveways. Plans must be submitted to the Engineering Department for both the parking lot and retention plans and a professional Engineer must prepare calculations. Mr. Gomersall asked if Mr. Mace received the letter. Mr. Mace indicated he had only received a copy of the notice and agenda for tonights meeting. Mr. Gomersall indicated that even if the variances were granted to night the Church could not continue the work until the Engineering requirements were met. Mrs. Mary Beth Sedgrner, a concerned neighbor came forward and was sworn in. She indicated that she was not sure what was being done. The traffic is very heavy corriing and going from the church. There has been a problem with traffic coming from the church, the drivers don't use their blinkers or stop to see if there are on coming cars. There is a blind turn right past the church, the additional parking will increase the traffic. She is concerned that there is too much traffic now and allowing the additional - parking lot would add to the existing problem. Mr. Koberna indicated that the Church is purchasing additional property and the cars are presently parking on the lawn now. Mrs. Sedgmer indicated that there is always traffic coming and going from the church because of the daycare. Mr. Koberna indicated that the only issues that the board could address is the gravel parking area. Mrs. Sedgmer indicated that if the church eYpands that would only increase the traffic. Mr. Gareau indicated that a Church located in residents district has to have a special permit for any expansion they wish to do. As far as a special permit there is about 9 items that the Planning Commission has to review. A few of the issues that you mentioned you are concerned with are issues that the Plaiuung Commissioners review. When the church comes before the Planning Commission for their addition, you will again receive a notice and that would be the appropriate time to raise your concems of the traffic issue and how it will effect the surrounding properties. Mrs. Sedgmer indicated that because it is a daycare as well as the Sunday services the traffic is bad,, she has had cars in her yard because of accidents. She has had to call the police because of the reckless driving. Mr. Gareau indicated that if the Church plans on elpanding they will go before the Plaiuung Commission and that will be the board that could address that issue. The Board of Zoning Appeals can not address traffic issues. Mrs. Sedgmer asked Mr. Mace if there was 5