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5. A variance to place a portion of a storage building in the side yard (approximately 48 sq. ft.); placement of a storage building in a side yard is not permitted, Section 1135.02(C)(1). Motion passed 5-0. 20-17704; Kevin & Mandi Rahla; 23492 Cedarwood Lane Representatives: Kevin & Mandi Rahla, owners; Ron Kaye, Kaye Construction, 263 Stanbury Drive, Berea, OH Proposal consists of a home addition. Property is zoned C -One Family Residence. 1. A 17 ft. variance for rear yard setback of a dwelling; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 33 ft., Section 1135.06(D). The applicant proposes to construct an addition to their home that encroaches into the rear yard setback. 50 feet is required and the proposed setback is 33 feet. Mr. Kaye said the homeowners wanted to stay in the community but need more space. Ms. Rahla works from home and their children are homeschooled. Mr. Kaye did not think the addition would impede anyone's view in the neighborhood. Ms. Rahla needs the additional space in the master bedroom to accommodate her long-term medical needs. Mr. Kaye added that the current rooms are very small and this master bedroom will allow room for mobility requirements as they get older. Ms. Lieber said the back of the home is close to the required setback but is consistent with the other homes in the neighborhood. She thought the request was substantial since the addition would be visible from the neighbors but thought the property would be more usable if the variance is granted. Ms. Lieber asked if the covered patio would remain when the addition is built. Mr. Kaye said the patio was there when the applicants purchased the home and will stay. He added that the measurements of the patio were submitted to the building department to ensure the permitted lot coverage is not exceeded. Mr. Papotto did not think the variance was insignificant but anything the owners want to add to the back of the home would require a variance. He thought the property appears is well maintained and the addition would be an improvement to the property and neighborhood, Mr. Allain agreed. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Mackey, to approve the following variance for 20- 17704; Kevin & Mandi Rahla; 23492 Cedarwood Lane: 1. A 17 ft. variance for rear yard setback of a dwelling; code requires 50 ft., applicant shows 33 ft., Section 1135.06(D). Motion passed 5-0. COMMERCIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 20-17691; Raising Cane's; 25821 Brooknark Road Representative: Drew Gatliff, 1062 Ridge Street, Columbus, OH Proposal consists of signage. Property is zoned B-3 General Business. 1. A variance for 3 additional ground signs; code permits 4 ground signs, applicant shows 7 ground signs, Section 1163.27(A).