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_? . W. Kremzar made a motion to grant to Toys R Us, 27048 Lorain Road, the request for variance (1123.12), which consists of changing signs to include new corporate logo, and that the following variances be granted as amended, with the calculations to be confirmed by the Building Dept.: The Star and the "R" will be a maximum height of 8 ft. 6 inches. The motion was seconded by T. Kelly and unanimously, approved. Varianee Granted as .amemcled. 18). Mattress Matters' 26324 Lorain Road: (`VRD-1) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of signage. The following variances are requested: 1. A variance for a second wall sign on a building (code permits 1, applicant shows 2), section (1163.27 (a)). 2. A 29.3 square foot variance for total square feet of signage on a building (code permits 71 square ft., applicant shows 100.3 square ft.), section 1163.24 (b)). 3. A 4.3 square foot variance for total square feet of signage per lot (code permits 138.2 square ft., applicant shows 142.5 square ft.), section (1163.24 (a)). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1163.27 (a)), (1163.24 (b)), and (1163.24 (a)). Vice Chairman Kremzar called all interested parties forward to review the request. Dan Sidlo, of Boyer Signs, and Joe Amato, owner of Mattress Matters, came forward to be sworn in. Mr. Sidlo indicated they want a side wall sign on the northeast elevation of the building. They would like the second sign because the northeast elevation has a lineal footage of 87.1 feet, and it faces the intersection of Lorain and Canterbury Rd. The owner feels that the way the building is positioned with regard to Lorain Rd., vehicles traveling on Canterbury and vehicles traveling westbound on Lorain, would not be able to see the current wall sign that is mounted and fronts Lorain Rd. The building is situated at an angle. Vehicles traveling southwest on Lorain will not be able to see the front wall sign so they believe a secondary sign is justified for maximum exposure. There is an existing around sign on Lorain, although it is too small and too low to the ground. There are landscaping features on the Burger King side of the property, shrubs and bushes, which make it difficult to see the ground sign. Mr. Sidlo mentioned a similar building in North Olmsted, Flooring Expo, that is at the same type of angle as Mattress Matters. They not only have one side wall sign that faces Lorain, but also a second sign on the other side that faces Dover. That is the same thing they would like to do. Mr. Kremzar asked for clarification on what they are asking for. Mr. Sidlo pointed out they are only asking for one wall sign. The front wall sign and the ground sign were already approved. Mr. Conway suggested - removing the ground sign if it is so useless and they are proposing a new wall sign. He indicated it could be made a condition of the variance. Mr. Amato indicated he just paid for a new panel on the ground sign and he would like to keep it. Mr. Sidlo said that since the sign is already there, perhaps they can talk to the people at Burger King and have the shrubs trimmed so they can still use the ground sian. He added they would still need the second wall sign for optimal exposure. Mr. Kremzar asked the applicant if they would still want the board to vote on it if they took up Mr. Conway's idea. Mr. Amato said he would like to keep the ground sign, which is allowed by code. He would also like the side sign that was permitted for the business that was there prior to him. He pointed out rhe former sign was larger than what he is proposing. He indicated he can talk to the people next door and have landscaping redone. Mr. Kremzar asked the applicant if he would rather table the proposal until next month to give him time to resolve any issue with Burger King and the landscaping. He rerninded him the board could amend the proposal and have him remove the ground sign. Mr. Amato said he would like a vote since this is his busiest time. Mrs. Sergi asked if the ground sign lights up. Mr. Amato indicated it does light up. Mrs. Sergi agreed there is a safety issue in keeping the ground sign and she is not opposed to it. Mr. Amato said the ground sign is small but it is still beneficial, especially for eastbound motorists. 13