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CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MINLJTES-JANUARY 31, 1996 Chairman Gomersall called the meeting to order at 7:40 p.m. Present: M. Boyle, W. Purper, J. Maloney, and R. Gomersall Absent: T. Koberna, Also Present: Law Director Gareau, Bu.ilding Commissioner Conway, and Clerk of Commissions Oring. Chairmau Gomersall advised that each case would be judged on the physical situation peculiar to itsel? so that in no way is a judgment rendered considered to be a general policy judgment affecting properties and like situations elsewhere. He explained that it would take three affirmative votes to approve a request. W. Purper moved to accept the minutes of December 6, 1995 as written, seconded by J. Maloney, and unanimously approved. 4. J. & E. Bucsanvi, 25179 Gessner Road. Request for variance (1123.12). Request 3 foot side setback variance for shed (already installed). Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02. . Chairmau Gomersall called all interested parties before the board. The oath was administered to Mr. Bucsanyi and a neighbor, Mrs. Braskich. Mr. Bucsanyi explained that he cannot use the back yard most of the year because it is so wet. He, needed a shed for storage. Mr. Gomersall explaiued that the variance had nothing to do with the water problems, the shed was too close to the side line. He constructed a deck because of the wet backyard, and he has a concrete sidewalk next to it so it would be difficult to move the shed. Mrs. Braskich, whose back yard abuts his side property, is concerned that if he stores flammable materiaLs in the sheds, it could cause a fire and her wooden fence could burn. She is also concemed because children climb on the roofs of the sheds. Mr. Bucsanyi explained that he did not store flammable materials at home, he worked for a company. Mrs. Braskich noted that lawn mowers used gas. Mr. Bucsanyi promised to keep the lawn mower in the garage. She again mentioned the children climbing on the sheds and falling onto her fence, and she would be liable. She believed that the shed being so close would endanger her property. Mr. Bucsanyi agreed that he could move the shed, but if he moved it 3 feet over it would be right next to his deck. It was suggested that the shed be moved over 1.5 feet from the property line. Mr. Bucsanyi agreed. Ms. Boyle pointed out that the shed could not be moved in the winter. Mrs. Braskich believed that the codes should be enforced and wondered if North Olmsted would share the expense if her fence burned. Ms. Boyle did not believe that 1.5 feet would make a difference if.there were a fire. W. Purper moved to grant to J. & E. Bucsanyi, 25179 Gessner Road, a 1.5 foot side setback variance for shed (akeady installed). This modified variance has been mutually agreed on by the applicant and is granted with the condition that the shed should be moved prior to July 1, 1996. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1135.02. The motion was seconded by R. Gomersall, and unanimously approved. Variance granted. 1. McDonald's, 24801 Brookpark Rd. Request for variance (1123.12) Request variance to have two permanent logo window signs. Violation of Ord. 90-125, Section 1163.12(G). Please note Wal Mart and McDonald's building signs exceed the square footage of signage allowed by code. 1