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An 86 square foot variance for a shed larger than code permits (code permits 130 square feet, applicant shows 216 square feet). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d)(1)). The motion was seconded by T. Kelly and unanimously denied. Variance Denied. Note: Mr. Maloney commented that the City of North Olmsted has been very good in designing a Planning and Zoning Codes for the residents of this City. The program for accessory buildings and structures protect the residents and keep the esthetic values of the homes. Their guide of not exceeding 2% of the rear yard is generous and many residents follow the codes to protect their property and investment values. This is the reason he cannot approve the variance requested. 3. Michael Balasko29920 Westminster; ()YRD-3) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of erecting a shed. The following variance is requested: l. A 60 square foot variance for a shed larger than code permits (aode permits 132 square feet, applicant shows 192 square feet) Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d)(1)). Chairman Maloney called all interested parties forward to review the request. Mr. Balasko the owner came forward to be sworn in and address his request. Mr. Balasko indicated that he would like a 16' x 12' shed, which would be larger than the 2% allowed and under the 200 square foot maximum. The shed will be used to store his driving mower and storage of his gardening tools,. deck furniture and kids bikes. He would also like to have a workbench as he does his own home improvements. Mr. Kremzar indicated that he felt the shed was too large for the lot. Mr. Balasko suggested his riding mower is 4-foot wide and would take up most the room in the shed. He suggested that he has had to store things in his neighbor's garages because his tools will not fit in his garage. Mr. Kremzar commented that the shed is too large for the neighborhood and over 2% allowed. Mr. Balasko questioned if the board did not see his need for a larger shed to accommodate his yard tools and equipment. Mr. Kremzar voiced that he felt 16' x 12' is too big. Mr. Maloney suggested an 11' x 12' shed. Mr. Balasko suggested that with three kids, lawn mower, yard tool's, toys and furniture that size of a shed would be hazardous trying to get things in and out of it. Mr. Kelly commented that there is a 2% rule and this is over the 20/, nzle. Mr. Balasko questioned what the board would allow him. Mr. Maloney suggested 11'x 12' is allowed for the yard. Mr. Rymarczyk remarked that if the applicant went with an 11' x 12' shed he would not need a variance. Mr. Kelly suggested a 12' x 12' shed would be acceptable. Mr. Maloney indicated that the applicant could request to be tabled until next month or agree to a 12' x 12' shed now. Mr. Balasko questioned if the board would vote on a 12' x 12' shed now as he could live with that. Mr. Maloney indicated that the board would take a vote on a 12' x 12' shed. J. Maloney motioned to grant Michael Balasko of 29920 Westminster his request for variance (1123.12) as amended and that the following variance be granted: A 12 square foot variance for a shed larger than code permits (code permits 132 square feet, applicant shows 144 square feet) a 12 x 12 shed. Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d)(1)). The motion was seconded by W. Kremzar and unanimously approved. Variance Granted. 4. Bernie Romano3896 Walter Rd.; ()6'RD-2) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of an addition. The following variance is requested: l. A 4 foot variance for an addition not conforming to side setback requirements (code requires 25 feet, applicant shows 21 feet) Note: Existing building is non-conforming. It has only a 16.5-ft. side setback. Code requires 25 ft. Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.06 (b)). 4