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4. A variance for a gravel driveway and parking pad; code requires that driveways and parking pads are constructed of concrete or asphalt, applicant shows the driveway serving the new garage to be gravel; Section 1135.02(B)(2)(b). Motion denied 0-5. 18-12921; John Schloss; 25176 Tara Lynn Drive Representative: John Schloss, owner Proposal consists of a fence on a corner lot located 6 feet from the side street right-of-way. Property is zoned C -One Family Residence. The following variance is requested: 1. An 18 in. variance for a 4 ft. high fence located on a corner lot in the side yard; code permits 30 in., applicant shows 48 in., Section 1135.02(D)(3). Mr. Aspery stated that the applicant is proposing to install an aluminum fence to enclose their rear yard and west side yard. The proposed fence meets opacity requirements but exceeds the maximum allowable height by 18 inches. The proposed six foot right-of-way setback in the side yard would be allowed but for the proposed fence height. The applicant will be required to meet Engineering standards before a permit can be issued since the proposed location is in a drainage easement. Mr. Schloss said the 30 -inch high fence would not contain his large dog. The fence would not be higher than his neighbor's fence and the Engineering requirements will be met. Mr. Allain liked the openness of the fence. Mr. Papotto wanted to include the Engineering requirement into the variance. His only concern was the space between the fences, but it is not within the Board's purview. Mr. Raig liked the openness of the fence and thought it looked nice. Mr. Allain moved, seconded by Mr. Papotto, to approve the following variance for 18- 12921; John Schloss; 25176 Tara Lynn Drive, conditioned upon the Engineering requirements being met: 1. An 18 in. variance for a 4 ft. high fence located on a corner lot in the side yard; code permits 30 in., applicant shows 48 in., Section 1135.02(D)(3). Motion passed 5-0. COMMERCIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 18-12852; Chuck E Cheese; 26104 Great Northern Plaza Representative: Robert Walters, Chuck E Cheese manager, 26104 Great Northern Plaza Proposal consists of additional signage. Property is zoned B-3 General Business. The following variances are requested: 1. A 12.82 square foot variance for total building sign area; the building is permitted 209.15 square feet, applicant shows 221.97 square feet; Section 1163.25(B). 2. A variance for 1 additional canopy sign; code allows 1 canopy sign per building entrance canopy, applicant shows 1 canopy sign not over a building entrance canopy; Section 1163.29(A). 3. A 16 inch variance for canopy sign extension; code requires canopy signs extend no closer than 4 inches to top of canopy, applicant shows extension 12 inches above top of canopy; Section 1163.29(B).