July 17, 2014

3. ZB-14-07/Katz Block: 176.16; Lot: 11; Zone: R-5 12/14 Dale Drive Seeking two “C” variances, one for rear yard setback and the other for maximum lot coverage for the expansion of an existing kitchen. Alexandra Rimer and David Katz approached the podium and were sworn under oath. Chairman Buechler stated for the record that he knows Mr. Katz and asked Ms, Beirne if there would be a conflict. Ms. Beirne asked Chairman Buechler if he has any financial interest in this application; he replied no. Ms. Beirne stated that there is no conflict. Ms. Rimer detailed the application and stated that they would like to “bump out” their existing kitchen, creating a breakfast room in the rear of the house. Chairman Buechler asked Ms, Rimer if they received any comments from any of their neighbors; she said that they only received positive comments from their neighbor to the right of them. Chairman Buechler asked Ms. Rimer if they will be using a licensed contractor to do the work; she replied yes. Ms. Sussman referred to a photo of the rear of the house and asked Ms. Rimer if there will be an open area underneath the addition the same as the other area in the rear that is shown in the photo; she replied yes. Mr. Quentzel asked Ms. Rimer if anyone goes under that area of if children play under there and asked Ms. Rimer if they would consider enclosing it. Ms. Rimer stated that the door leading into the basement is located under that area and that is the only way to get into the basement from the outside. Mr. Sussman stated that the photo is not consistent with the survey. Chairman Buechler stated that the survey does not show the elevations and the two stories Mr. Neuer stated that the proposed addition was incorrectly drawn on the survey. There were no further questions for Ms. Rimer and Mr. Katz from the Board or the Professionals. Chairman Buechler closed the hearing. Mr. Neuer made a motion to approve the application.