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, _. inquired if tha neighbors were aware of the proposed shed prior to receiving the legal notices. Pcft. Hewitt suggested that Mr. Campbell did not discuss his plans with any of the neighbors. Councilman, Nashar indicated that he had received many calls from the neighbors and each of them are against the size of the proposed shed. Councilman Nashar strongly recommended that the board uphold the current zoning codes of the City and allow only a shed, which meets the current zoning codes. Councilman Nashar voiced that he respected the fact that Mr. Campbell would like to expand his work area for his hobby however, the negative impact the size of the proposed shed would have is too much. He suggested that the proposed shed be decreased in size to appease the neighbors and accommodate a work area for the applicant. Mr. Campbell.indicated that the shed would have aluminum siding, windows and the walls wauld be heavily insulated to sound proof the building. Mr. Maloney indicated the board also received a letter from Mr. Sexton who objects to the size of the shed. Mr. Konold questioned what size of a shed the applicant could live with. Mrs. Campbell indicated that her husband owns many tools and needs the requested size. Mr. Hewitt suggested having the work area in the basement or garage. Mrs. Campbell suggested that if the work is done in the garage the sound would offend the neighbors. Mrs. Sergi questioned if the applicant could live with a shed allowed by code. Mr. Rymarczyk indicated that 200-square feEt is the maximum size shed allowed in North Olmsted by code. The applicant is allowed 2% coverage of his backyard, which equals 130=square feet without requiring a vaxiance. Mr. Hewitt appreciates the walls and windows but the windows and doors will be open while the work is taking place. W. Kremzar motioned to grant Timothy Campbell of 29760 Westminster Dr. his request for variance (1123.12), which consists of building a shed and that the following variances be granted: l. A 250 square foot variance for a shed bigger than ordinance allows (code permits 200 sq. ft., applicant shows 450 sq. ft.), section (1135.02 (d)(1)). 2. A 320 square foot variance for a shed larger than 2% of rear yard area (code permits 130 sq. ft., applicant shows 450 sq. ft.), section (1135.02 (d)(1)). Note: Existing shed to be removed. VVhich is in violation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d)(1)). The motion was seconded by J. Maloney and unanimously denied. Variances Denied. 3. Emil M Morad 7r 5536 Columbia Rd.; OyRD 4) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of erecting a shed. The following variance is requested: 1. A 120 square foot variance for erecting a shed laxger than the code allows (code permits 200 square feet, applicant shows 320 square feet), section (1135.02 (d)(1)). Which is in vioIation of Ord. 90-125 section (1135.02 (d)(1)). Chairman Maloney called a11 interested parties ,forward to review their request. Mr. Morad Jr. came forward to be swom in and review his request. 1VIr. Morad indicated that the shed is to be 16 feet x 20 feet. I-Es mother recently moved in with him and he needs to sfiore not only his belongings but hers as well. Currently the garage is so full that his cars can not be parked within the garage. There is also a gieen house in the backyard, which he can not use as tlungs are being stored there as well. Mr. Kremzer questioned if the car in the rear. yard was there year round. W. Morad indicated that the car which was usually kept in the garage had to be moved to accommodate his mothers belangings. Mr. Kremzar questioned if the applicant could live with a smaller shed. Mr. Morad indicated that he needed the 16 x 20 shed requested. N. Sergi motioned to grant Emil M. Morad, Jr. of 5536 Columbia Road his request for variance (1123.12), which consists of erecting a shed and that the following variance is granted: q