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08-25-1981 ~ ~ ~ ,~ ~ u CITY OF EDGEWATER BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT PUBLIC HEARING August 25, 1981 Chairman Millard called the Public Hearing of the Board of Adjustment to order at 7:00 P.M. in the City Hall conference room. ROLL CALL Also Present: Mr. Millard Mr. Wetzel Mrs. Martin Mrs. Walker Mr. Butt Mr. Newell Mr. Roush Present Present Present Present Present Present Present Mr. Opal Mr. Vaughn Mrs. Diedas Mr. MoIster Mrs. Turcol Mr. Vanzin Mr. Murphy Mayor Christy Chairman Millard opened the public hearing by explaining that the purpose of the Board of Adjustment is to protect the rights of the applicant and the rights of the community as set out in the Zoning laws. CASE NO.1 Mr. Vanzin stated that he is not going to build two single family residences; he has changed his plans and is going to build a duplex. Chairman Millard explained to Mr. Vanzin that he will have to apply for a special exception. The variance request will remain open and the Board of Adjustment can act upon it at the same time they act upon the special exception application. It was stated that the next public hearing will be held October 8th since there is not enough time to advertise anything for the September date. CASE NO.2 Mr. Douglas L. MoIster is requesting a seven foot side setback variance in order to construct an addition onto his house at 101 South Park Place. Chairman Millard placed the applicant under oath. He verified that the property was posted, the legal ad and certified letters were mailed out to adjoining property owners. Mr. MoIster explained that his addition is only going to extend toward the east and will conform with the existing roofline. Chairman Millard asked if there were any questions from adjoining property owners. Mr. Vaughn stated that his only question was which way the addition will extend, and Mr. MoIster has already answered that question. He has no objections. Chairman Millard questioned the members in regard to the variance criteria. There was a lengthy discussion in regard to the location of Mr. MoIster's driveway. Chairman Millard. stated that the board can add a condition to the variance. It was the overall concensus of the board that no more traffic be caused on Park Avenue than is necessary, and that it would be better if Mr. MoIster put his driveway either from Riverside Drive or Park Place. Mr. MoIster stated that he was in agreement with this. Chairman Millard stated that the board is voting on the application as shown. The applicant agrees to have two off-street parking spaces from Riverside Drive. Upon roll call vote, it CARRIED 7-0 to grant Mr. MoIster the variance. , :". , , '-J o CASE NO.3 Mr. and Mrs. John J. Turcol are requesting a variance to construct a residence on their property on Hamilton Street. Chairman Millard placed the applicant under oath. He verified that the property was posted, the legal ad and certified letters were mailed out to adjoining property owners. Mrs. Turcol explained to the board that a variance to build on this property was received earlier. She and her husband bought the lot to build on, however now they are not together and she wants to sell the property. The lady who wants to buy it, needs to know whether she can build on it. Chairman Millard explained that if Mrs. Turcol is granted a variance it would transfer with the property to the new owners, and would be good for one year. Mrs. Turcol stated that the prospective buyer understands that and she knows the required setbacks, and that if she can not meet them then she will have to come to the board for a specific variance. There was some discussion about the adjoining property owners. There was some discussion about the requirements in regard to non- conforming lots existing prior to the adoption of Ordinance 880. It was explained that the new owner's plans will have to be submitted to the Building Official and he will advise her as to whether she needs a variance at that time. Chairman Millard questioned the members in regard to the variance criteria. Chairman Millard stated that the board will be voting on a variance for the use of the lot for building purposes, based on the fact that it is under our existing lot clause. Upon roll call vote, it CARRIED 7-0 to grant Mrs. Turcol this variance. -2- Bd. of Adjustment Public Hearing 8-25-81 ~, o o ~ CITY OF EDGEWATER BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING August 25, 1981 ROLL CALL (same as Public Hearing) Chairman Millard made a few corrections to the wording of the minutes of the July board meeting: Mrs. Walker was excused rather than absent, and under each case, the first paragraphs, Chairman Millard placed the applicants under oath rather than issued an oath. There were no other corrections. Chairman Millard declared the minutes approved. Chairman Millard reminded the board members of the letter they received from the City Manager changing their meeting nights and the location of their meetings. He stated that he would like to reserve the right to use this conference room since there is always a small group attending. There was some discussion with the Building Official in regard to exact location of lot lines. Mr. Murphy explained that the lot line begins on the other side of the right-of-way from the street. There being no further discussion, the meeting adjourned. 8:10 P.M. Minutes submitted by: Debbie Sigler