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r•. ? that the board members receive black and white copies, therefore the applicant would need to show the board members the area he was referring to on the plans. Mr. Taylor indicated a 28'foot portion of the existing fence was removed so that a tree could be removed from the backyard. Mr. Kremzar asked if that was the only portion of fence that would be put up. Mr. Taylor indicated Mr. Kremzar was correct. Mr. Carter, an abutting neighbor asked how Mr. Taylor was infringing on his lot. Mr. Gomersall reviewed the requirements of the zoning code. Mr. Carter suggested there was a flaw in the zoning code as there were presently tree's 12'feet high being used as a fence and they are more intrusive than a 6'foot fence. Mr. Gomersall suggested 6'foot trees could not be used as a fence, and asked for clarification from Mr. Rymarczyk. Mr. Rymarczyk believed that the code stipulated hedges 5' to 6'feet high could be in violation if they create a hazardous situation. Mr. Gomersall asked if Mr. Carter had a problem with the proposed fence. Mr. Cater indicated he did not have a problem with the applicant's request, but wanted to use the opportunity to address the board regarding hedges being used as fences. NIr. Gomersall suggested Mr. Carter should contact the building department so that they could take a look at the hedges and address the issue. Mr. Gomersall thanked Mr. Cater for bring the issue to their attention. No further comments were made. J. Maloney motioned to approve Robert Taylor of 6704 Wedgewood Drive his request for variance (1123.12). Which consists of erecting a fence on a corner lot, and that the following variance be granted. A 48'foot variance for intrusion into the front setback of the first house on South Court, (Code allows a 6'ft fence on a corner lot in the rear yard provided that the same is located at the required front building setback of the abutting lot on the side street). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section, (1135.02 F 2). The motion was seconded by, W. Kremzar and unanimously approved. Varaance Grantecd. 15. Dae Woo Automotive; 27881 Lorain Road: Request for variance (1123.12). Proposal consists of expanding the existing showroom, which will include the eYisting canopy and overhang. The following variances are requested: 1). Request a special permit to add to a non-conforming building, (1123.11). 2). A variance to alter a non-conforming building, (1165.02 ). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 sections, (1165.02) and (1123.11). Chairman Gomersall called all interested parties forward and reviewed the variances being requested. Mr. Waldron with Dae Woo motors, Mr. Berkovitz with Herschman Architects, and Mrs. & Mr. Schmitz, concerned neighbors from Decker Road, came forward. Mr. Waldron suggested the canopy and overhang is presently in place. What the applicants would like to do is glass in the area between the existing posts. Mr. Gomersall suggested he reviewed the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting and at that meeting the concern was regarding the intercom system, and the rear lighting. Mr. Waldron indicated that he had turned down the outside speakers and pointed them in another direction. He also suggested that he gave his business card to the residents so they could contact him if they have any further concerns. Mrs. Schmitz reviewed that there was a stipulation by Council that the intercom system was supposed to be eliminated. Mr. Waldron suggested he would remove the intercom system. Mr. Tallon asked if anything had lieeri done to address the lights. Mr. Waldron suggested the lights had not been changed or added to at a11. Mr. Schmitz commented that the lights were left on all night, and that the pole lights were supposed to be turned off at night. Mr. Waldron indicated that the timers on the lights had not been changed from what they were set at by the previous owners. Mr. Schmitz indicated the top lights were supposed to be turned off at 9:00 or 10:00pm, and security lights were to be used. Mr. Waldron again commented that he had not changed the timer and that there 10