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23-24410; Martin Dulellari; 6034 Somerset Drive Representative: Martin Dulellari; 6034 Somerset Drive. Mr. Upton presented the request as a 15 ft. variance for the setback of a fence in the side yard of a corner lot; code requires 20 ft., applicant shows 5 ft., Section 1135.02(D)(3) Note: The proposed fence is a 6 ft. high solid board fence. He also expressed concern from the planning department regarding the size of the variance, stating it was relieving 75% of the code requirements and did not know if there was substantial enough hardship to warrant the size of the variance. Mr. Dulellari explained the reason for the variance size request was because of the two large trees that he did not want to take down. He also explained being on a corner lot he knew of the concern about the view from the street and he felt there would be no issue regarding line of sight from drivers. He also stated his neighbors did not have any issue with the variance. He also stated he would compromise if need be regarding the height. Mr. Rahm asked if the trees would be inside the fence, applicant stated yes. Mr. Kovach expressed concern regarding the size of the variance and asked the applicant if he was willing to move the fence back, possibly half way. It was pointed out that the tree would then be on the outside of the fence, and he liked the trees. Mr. Mackey asked if there were construction concerns putting up the fence to keep the trees on the outside of the fence. Mr. Dulellari explained he would rather have the trees on the inside in the case of falling branches and other maintenance of the tree. Mr. Kovach asked if the applicant knew how far down they would have to dig for the fence posts and he was concerned about utility lines. Mr. Dulellari explained that he would have to inquire about the location of the utility lines. Mr. Rahm asked if he was hiring a company or building the fence himself, applicant replied he and his father were planning on doing it. Mr. Rahm asked if the fence was in fact to be completely solid with no gaps, and added that the code reads that it need to be 50% open. Mr. Rahm motioned; seconded by Mr. Kovach; to approve 23-24410; Martin Dulellari; 6034 Somerset Drive. Board members began their discussion. Mr. Mackey started by stating the discussion with the applicant answered many questions and he felt that if the applicant would adjust the variance request the fence would look nice on his property. Mr. Papotto expressed concern of the size of the trees, and if board on board represents 50% opacity. Mr. Rahm liked the idea of the fence and keeping the trees, but felt the board on board request would not be sufficient and suggested if he was not approved to work with the building department. Motion denied; 0-4 COMMERCIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 23-24413; Laura Higgins-Woyma; 26187 Lorain Road Representative; Laura Higgins-Woyma; representing 5/3 bank at 26187 Lorain Road