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BUILDING & ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED MEETING MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 6, 2023 ROLL CALL Mr. Papotto called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. Present: Bob Papotto, Ralph Mackey, Michael Kovach. Suzie Patton Absent: Mr. Rahm Staff: Director Max Upton, Building Coordinator Katie Seeley, Law- Director Michael Gareau. Administrative Assistant Lyn Wilson COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Upton announced a public open house visioning session for the City of North Olmsted's Comprehensive Plan. held on November 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The session covered various aspects including land use, housing, economic development, and infrastructure. It marked the beginning of a year-long process and was held at the high school cafeteria. MEETING MINUTES The minutes of June 5t', 2023 were approved as amended. All in favor. none opposed. RESIDENTIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 23-25500; Ivan Rodriguez; 23224 Clifford Drive Representative: Ivan Rodriguez, Danielle Twig, Christina Rodriguez. Ken Mealey Ms. Seeley reported on a request for a four -foot height variance for a fence extension. The existing six-foot white vinyl fence, installed in 2017 with a permit, was proposed to be extended to ten feet for increased privacy from a neighbor The extension would span approximately 25 feet in the side yard. Mr. Rodriguez requested a variance to raise five fence panels from six feet to ten feet for increased privacy from a neighbor. He highlighted concerns about his granddaughter's safety and privacy. Previous requests for an awning and higher panels were denied due to city codes. He questioned inconsistencies in code enforcement, emphasizing his fence met all requirements when installed in 2017. Ms. Rodriguez and Ms. Twig were there in support of the variance request. Mr. Mealey was there in opposition. Questions were raised about the height of a neighbor's deck and its compliance with zoning codes. Alternatives to the fence extension were discussed. including roll -down screens or a wall for privacy. Mr. Rodriguez expressed preference for a wall but mentioned the neighbor's objection. Concerns were raised about the extreme nature of a 10 -foot high fence or 4 -foot extension for privacy.