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BUILDING & ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 2, 2020 ROLL CALL Chairman Allain called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm via online public meeting. Present: Eric Allain, Bob Papotto, Suzie Patton, Dan Rahm, Ralph Mackey Staff. Law Director Michael Gareau, Jr., Planning Director Kim Lieber, Administrative Assistant Nicole Rambo -Ackerman REVIEW AND CORRECTION OF MINUTES Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Mackey, to approve the Building & Zoning Board of Appeals minutes of October 5, 2020, motion passed 5-0. RESIDENTIAL APPEALS AND REQUESTS 20-17722; Khaled Eleayar; 5464 Columbia Road Representative: Khaled Elgayar, owner Proposal consists of a fence on a corner lot. Property is zoned A -One Family Residence. 1. A 3 foot variance to the side/rear yard setback for a fence on a corner lot; code requires 20 ft., applicant provides 17 ft., Section 1135.02(D). 2. A 4 in. variance to the minimum separation between fences on a common property line; code requires 24 in., applicant provides 20 in., Section 1369.03(D). Note: Owner does have direct access to the area between the two fences. The applicant is seeking variances for a fence already constructed. The fence on this corner lot is constructed 17 feet from the side lot line rather than the required 20 feet, so a three foot variance is requested. Since a portion of the fence abuts a neighboring fence, 24 inches of separation was required under the Building Code and 20 inches was provided. Mr. Elgayar recently moved into the neighborhood and would like the white vinyl fence for privacy. He talked to the neighbors and they do not have any issues with the fence. He spent a lot of time and money on the fence to ensure it looked nice. When applying for the permit, he spoke with staff and they asked what the height and material of the fence would be. The permit did not include any instructions or dimensions. He did not think the extra distance would greatly impact the size of his yard but it would be difficult to move now that it has been installed. Ms. Lieber thought the encroachment was minimal and asked the applicant how the area between the fences would be maintained. Mr. Elgayar tried to prevent the grass from growing between the fences and is able to trim the weeds with a weed wacker. Ms. Patton did not think the request was substantial and would not impact neighborhood visibility. She appreciated that he talked to the neighbors too. Mr. Papotto agreed and appreciated that the applicant ensured he can maintain the fence and weeds. Mr. Papotto moved, seconded by Mr. Papotto, to approve the following variances for 20- 17722; Khaled Elgayar; 5464 Columbia Road: