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was an existing attached garage of 474 sq. ft., according to county records. The lot was just shy of an acre at .949 acres. The second request was a 3"6" variance for the side yard setback of a driveway. The code required a minimum width of 15', but the applicant provided 11'6". The applicant owned and operated an auto repair and sales business for 16 years during which they acquired a car collection. Last year, they decided to close the business and bring six cars with them. They wanted to build a structure to store the cars. The applicant assured the board that the structure would be used solely for storage and not commercial activities. He communicated with neighbors. who did not object. It was stated that there was no alternative to the substantial variance request due to the need to store six cars and many tools. Mr. Rahm motioned to approve 76-2024; seconded by Ms. Patton. Board discussed that the request was substantial, but considering the need to store six cars with adequate space, the property's size and the distance to the nearest dwelling, it seemed reasonable. The applicant's desire to maintain and store collector cars and tools. preserving his work legacy, was noted. Despite concerns about the requests size compared to the code, the property"s layout and wooded surroundings made the variance more acceptable. Motion Passed: 3-1 77-2024; Yousef Abuturabee; 23235 Woodview Drive Representative: Yousef Abuturabee The request was for a fence on a corner lot. involving a 16 -foot variance for the setback. The code required 20 feet. but the applicant provided 4 feet. The proposed fence was a 6 -foot high solid white vinyl fence. The applicant wanted to build a fence around their backyard, located on two streets, for safety and privacy. The main reason was safety, as a suspicious car incident involving their son prompted the need for a fence. After learning about setback rules, the applicant found they would lose most of their backyard space. Their neighbor explained the process, leading them to apply for the variance. Mr. Rahm motioned to approve 77-2024, seconded by Ms. Patton. During the board review, the fence was considered acceptable based on its appearance, lack of impact on driveways, and compatibility with neighborhood aesthetics. The small lot size and need for security for children and pets were noted. The fence's design preserved the house's presentation to the neighborhood. making it a fitting and consistent addition. Motion Passed: 4-0 78-2024; Ryan Sorace; 5261 Berkshire Drive Representative: Ryan Sorace