February 18, 2021

lawsuits) 6) Details to plans will be added 7) Illumination requirements will be shown on Exhibit Ald -Adding 1 or 2 fixtures outside of curb line will not be done; Mr. Petry deems these unnecessary details for concrete sidewalks (Alc) will be added only in event of staircase being built. - Mr. Petry then provided Planning Testimony as a Professional Planner: - Conditional Use criteria needed for the granting of variance were discussed; Mr. Petry concludes the application complies. - Existing structure will not be changed Balancing test 1) The proposed use can be accommodated by reasonable conditions; the Board should balance the benefits against the detriments) Here, there will be no single-family homes added; there is no detriment to the neighborhood other than possibly overflow parking to the offices across Northfield Avenue. 2) Conditions can be imposed to resolve detriments 3) Balancing; This plan presents a way to keep Pastor Adams and his congregation in this area; they are established parts of this community; Board Questions and Comments: Questions: Mr. Eben — Inquired about the placement of the existing shed in the parking area and would it offer difficulty in parking for it to be turned 90 degrees? Mr. Petry reported that turning the shed would not allow the shed doors to pen and that the doors would be closed if cars were present. Door of shed would also hit the curb so that revision is not advisable. Mr. Eben continued that the shed could potentially be damaged by poor drivers. In response, Mr. Petry responded that this would need to be discussed with the Construction Official. Mr. Eben further asked about the current second floor window egress to the fire stair and its proximity to the area being used for childcare; and code that may only allow five children could ever occupy the second floor due to it being a building without sprinklers. Mr. Petry responded that this will be studied. Mr. Eben continued about fire blocking the walls of the balloon frame construction. Mr. Petry responded that these are discussions to be had with the Construction and Fire Officials. Dr. Straker inquired about signing the compact car spots. Mr. Petry replied that it would be marked by ground striping and not signed. Chairman Neuver- Storage and Private Office on the first floor can be used for children instead of going to 2™ floor. Pastor Adams was

plied that it would be marked by ground striping and not signed. Chairman Neuver- Storage and Private Office on the first floor can be used for children instead of going to 2™ floor. Pastor Adams was sworn under oath and responded that every space is multiuse. That it would be possible to use this space; and that there will be few children at any given time. Chairman Neuer stated, in good conscience do not put children in harm’s way during emergency conditions. Chairman Neuer continued by pointing to the three meeting rooms on the second floor which could potentially be used for office/storage so that the children could be closer to easier egress in case of emergency. It would be his recommendation to require the