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landscape lights and if the sign is approved the other sign at the entrance and the sign on the building would be removed. N. Sergi moved to grant Weber Automotive of 23779 Lorain Road their request for variance (1123.12), which consists of a ground sign and that the following variance is granted: 1. A 3 foot 6 inch variance for a ground sign too close to right of way, (code requires 5', applicant show 1'6"). Which is in violation of Ord. 90-125, seetion 1163.26B. W. Kremzar seconded the motion. Roll call on the motion; J. Maloney, W. Kremzar, M. Diver "No" and T. Kelly, N. Sergi "Yes". Variance Denied. Mr. Weber asked what he is to do as he feels that he is being treated unfairly by the city and has spent thousands of dollars in signs due to city codes constantly changing and he still does not have an adequate sign for his business. Mr. O'Malley advised the applicant of different options he may or may not chose to use. Building Commissioner Conway advised the applicant to hire a sign company to work with them on other options. Clerks note: The Weber Automotives case was approved for reconsideration at the February 3, 2005 Board of Zoning Appeals meeting. 2. Westbury Apts, 25151 Brookpark Road: (WI2D 4) Request for variance (1123.12). The proposal consists of erecting a new sign or building The following variance is requested: 1. A 5' 4" variance for a wall sign higher than code permits, (code permits 4', applicant shows 9'4"), section 1163.27C). 2. a 65 sq. ft. variance for a wall sign larger than code permits (code permits 100 sq. ft., applicant shows 165 sq. ft.), section (1163.27C). 3. A 4 foot 2 inch variance for a wall sing higher than code permits (north elevation), (code permits 4', applicant shows 8'2"), section (1163.27 C). 4. A 4 foot 2 inch variance for a wall sign higher than code permits (south elevation), (code perinits 4', applicant shows 8' 2"), section (1163.27 C). 5. A 25.5 square foot variance for a wall sign larger than code permits (north elevation), (code permits 100 sq. ft., applicant shows 125.5 sq. ft.), section (1163.27 C). 6. A 25.5 square foot variance for a wall sign larger than code permits (south elevation), (code permits 100 sq. ft., applicant shows 125.5 sq. ft.), section (1163.27 C). 7. A variance for more than 2 signs on a building, (code permits 2, applicant shows 3), section (1163.27 A). Which is in violation of 90-125, Section (1163.27C) and (1163.27 A). Note: Board of Zoning Appeals tabled this request November 4, 2004. Chairman Maloney called all interested parties forward to review the request. Mr. Harris with Brilliant signs, Mr. Phenney with VIP Building Exterior Contractors and Mr. Petryshin with Consolidated Management each came forward to be sworn in and review the request. Mr. Harris stated that they have requested a logo for their building and although it is larger than code their building is such that it needs a larger sign. The lettering would give them visibility from I-480 as well as from Lorain road. Mr. Petryshin with the management company reviewed that they are upgrading the building and at one time they had a"W" on the wall but painted over it. Mr. Phenney indicated that they resubmitted new sign plans which followed the Architectural Review Board recommendations. There was confusion over the amount of variances required and listed on the agenda versus the notice. The applicant submitted new drawings, which changed the amount of variances within that week. The board questioned if there would be any conflicts with the antenna which was approved. Mr. Bade, with Cleveland communications came forward to be sworn in and address the antenna. Mr. Bade reviewed that the antenna will be moved to another 2