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The Board reviewed a request for a front porch addition requiring two variances: one to enlarge a nonconforming dwelling with an existing front setback of approximately 46 feet 6 inches where 50 feet is required, and another for a 10-foot front yard setback variance to allow a setback of 40 feet. The applicant explained that the porch would provide accessibility and outdoor space for a family member with cerebral palsy and would not extend significantly closer to the street. Staff noted the nonconformity was created when Steams Road was widened, reducing the front yard depth through no fault of the current or prior owners. The Board discussed that the hardship resulted from the state's right-of-way acquisition and confirmed that the matter was limited to zoning compliance,with building code review to follow if approved. Mr. Ammons made a motion to approve 306-2025; Mercedes Lux; 5854 Stearns Rd.; seconded by Ms. Galateanu. Motion Passed: 3-0 308-2025; Anthony Adipietro; 23356 Olmsted Dr. The Board reviewed a request for two variances related to a detached garage: a five-foot variance from the required ten-foot rear setback and a two-foot variance from the required five-foot side setback. The applicant explained that the proposed 20-by-20-foot garage would replace an existing, slightly larger structure and that the side lot line was incorrectly shown on the original plan due to a fence encroachment.Upon clarification,the side setback appeared to meet code, leaving only the rear variance necessary. An adjoining property owner raised an ongoing adverse possession claim affecting the shared boundary line. Because of this unresolved legal matter and the applicant's need to find a new contractor,the applicant requested that the variance application be tabled. The Board agreed, voting to table the case without a specific return date until the boundary and ownership issues were settled. Mr. Ammons made a motion to table; 308-2025;Anthony Adipietro; 23356 Olmsted Dr.; seconded by Ms. Galateanu. Motion passed: 3-0 312-2025; Adlai Perry; 3431 Columbia Rd. The Board reviewed a request for a variance to allow a storage shed to be located two feet from the rear lot line,where five feet is required. The proposed shed measured eight by fourteen feet and was intended to free up space in the attached garage. The applicant explained that due to the unique placement of the house and garage, options for a compliant shed location were extremely limited and that shifting it to meet code would block access to the backyard and reduce safety. Staff clarified that the original request referenced a side lot line but was amended to the rear lot line, and confirmed the lot's configuration created practical difficulty in meeting setback 2