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The following variances are requested: 1. An 18 ft. variance for rear yard setback; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 32 ft., Section 1135.06(D). 2. A variance for altering and enlarging a non -conforming dwelling where such alterations and enlargements do not conform to all yard regulations and setback requirements; applicant shows violation of the rear setback, Section I I65.02(B)(2). Ms. Lieber stated that the applicant is proposing to build an addition on the rear of the dwelling that will encroach into the required rear yard by 18 feet. The existing dwelling is nonconforming in that the rear setback is currently about 45 feet to the house. Additions to nonconforming dwellings are permitted so long as the addition meets code. The second variance is required because the addition violates the rear setback. While there is a current enclosed patio, the city has no record of approvals or permits for that structure, therefore the applicant is not entitled to new construction in the same footprint without these variances. Mr. Blackmur purchased the home in 1990 and the structure was existing at the time. The enclosure needs to be replaced and the proposed structure would have the same dimensions except with a gabled roof. He did not think the proposal would affect the character of the neighborhood. Ms. Lieber did not think the proposal would impact the neighborhood since there is an existing structure in the space and appreciated the homeowner wanting to make improvements to his home. Mr. Allain did not think making the owner tear the structure down made sense since it has existed for so long. Mr. Allain moved, seconded by Mr. Papotto, to approve the following variances for 19- 14777; Jay Blackmur; 6357 Brighton Drive: 1. An 18 ft. variance for rear yard setback; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 32 ft., Section 1135.06(D). 2. A variance for altering and enlarging a non -conforming dwelling where such alterations and enlargements do not conform to all yard regulations and setback requirements; applicant shows violation of the rear setback, Section 1165.02(B)(2). Motion passed 4-0. 19-14813; Lee Koch; 5947 Mackenzie Road Representatives: Lee & Donna Koch, owners; George Frank Markusic, Jr., 5969 Mackenzie Road; Paul Schumann, Ward III Councilman Proposal consists of a new driveway. Property is zoned B -One Family Residence. The following variance is requested: 1. A 16 ft. variance for depth of a paved area adjacent to the garage; code allows a paved area, the width of the garage as measured from the garage walls, to extend for a distance (depth) of 20 feet from the garage doors before tapering back at no less than a 45 degree angle to the required driveway width, applicant shows depth of 36 ft.; Section 1135.02(B)(2)(c). Ms. Lieber stated that the proposed driveway serves a detached garage located behind the dwelling. The maximum width of the driveway is 37 feet where it abuts the garage, which is permitted due to the width of the garage. However code requires that the driveway taper in width after 20 feet to the permitted width of 12 feet. According to the sketch drawing, the proposed taper will begin after 36 feet, requiring a variance of 16 feet. There were some inconsistencies in the drawings submitted. Mr. Koch requested to change in the scope of the project impacting the