July 14, 2011

Mr. Steck described the property and the condition of the existing house on the property and stated that his opinion is that it must be torn down. He stated that the building they are proposing to build looks residential from the front. Mr. Steck described what was in his report and stated that he felt the area, even though it was in an R-2 zone, could not be used for any residential use because of the wetlands. He also stated that there are no other houses near this property. Mr. Steck explained they were seeking a “d” variance for use and another variance for height because of the rear slope. Mz. Steck stated that this property is not suited for residential use because of the location and the cell tower near the property. Mr. Buechler stated that this Board would allow them build a house in the same footprint and doesn’t think his analogy is right about it not being suitable for residential. Mr. Steck stated that he thinks it will never be part of a neighborhood because of the actions of the Municipality which allowed a cell tower to be built near this location. Mr. Steck explained why the veterinarian hospital would conform and be a good use for this area. He quoted from a Township ordinance that stated this area was suitable for an animal shelter and said that the Municipality once thought this area was suitable for this use. Ms. Borg stated that this area was designated for a similar use, at one time, but was never approved for an animal shelter because of the neighbors. Mr. Buechler stated Mr. Steck said the building looks residential from the front but asked how many houses have thirteen parking spaces in the front. He also pointed out all of the houses near the property had no such parking. Chaitman Neuer stated that, in his opinion, Mr. Steck’s analogy of the residential look of this property is not his strongest argument. Ms. Weiss stated that anyone who wants to be near the recycling center is a good thing and a good use, Chairman Neuer stated he is in favor of granting the use variance but still has a lot of concerns. He stated that it is a good use for this site, which has been vacant for many years, and that it is providing a service to the Community. Chairman Neuer made a motion to approve this application subject to the applicant making a second application for the site plan for “c” and bulk variances. Mr. Buechler recommended the

he Community. Chairman Neuer made a motion to approve this application subject to the applicant making a second application for the site plan for “c” and bulk variances. Mr. Buechler recommended the following conditions: * The Board’s granting a “d” use variance is not preclusive for any other lot ¢ The Board’s findings and testimony given on this application is not preclusive for any site plan application for the lot in issue or any other variances ¢ The proposed use for a veterinary hospital is not inherently beneficial 10