PB-18-09/Kessler Foundation, Inc.

21, 22 23. 24. 25. The variances can be granted. The Board is well aware of the good work and prominent reputation of the Kessler Institute. It performs a valuable service which contributes to public health and safety. The proposed additional research facility will further those institutional goals by creating additional room for research and office functions. The evidence showed that Applicant already has 2 loading spaces and the testimony was that no more are needed and it would by nonsensical to require them. The addition would not create any additional demand for another loading dock or any offsite negative impacts. The lot coverage variances will be accommodated by the large lot, the stormwater management plan, and the fact that the addition and new parking spaces will be at the rear of the lot and largely unseen from Pleasant Valley Way due to the sloping front lawn. The neighbor to the left is a National Guard facility, to the right is the Daughters of Israel Geriatric Center; and behind the property are steep slopes. There are no residential neighbors immediately adjacent to the proposed improvements. In addition, there will be adequate light and air notwithstanding the proposed nonconformities. All of these factors point to a finding that the lot coverage variances, the right side yard setback variance, and loading space variance, can be granted without causing substantial detriment to the public good nor substantial impairment of the zone plan and ordinance. The Board finds that the Applicant has carried the burden of proof necessary to obtain the variances sought. The Board further finds that a waiver from having a landscape architect prepare the landscaping plan can be granted since the landscaping proposed is relatively straightforward and involves the installation of only 9 new trees in and around the proposed expansion of parking Lot F, the Applicant’s engineer is experienced in site planning and provided a detailed description of where the limited new landscaping would go. There is no need for a landscape architect to prepare the plans in this case as the Applicant has provided sufficient information to adequately inform the Board of the landscaping details, and the information provided met the intent of allowing the Board to understand and approve with the proposed landscaping plan. Finally the Board grants the tree removal permit

e landscaping details, and the information provided met the intent of allowing the Board to understand and approve with the proposed landscaping plan. Finally the Board grants the tree removal permit sought. The Applicant will plant 12 new trees. The Board specifically finds - based upon the evidence presented and the Board’s knowledge of local conditions — that pursuant to Ordinance Section 25- 27.7(c)(2) the tree removal proposed by the applicant will not result in or cause, increase or aggravate any or all of the following conditions: a. Impaired growth or development of remaining trees or shrubs on the property of the applicant or upon adjacent property; b. Soil erosion, sedimentation and dust; c. Stormwater or drainage problems;