June 16, 2022 Regular Meeting

APPLICATIONS 1.) ZB-22-04 Saviet/ 1 Normandy Terrace Block: 155.10; Lot: 26; Zone: R-5 1 Normandy Terrace Seeking “c” variance for addition of porch to existing house. PRESENTATION ° Mr. Nathaniel Saviet, Applicant entered on the record and was sworn under oath. ¢ Mr. Saviet explained that originally this application began as a request to the Building Department for a permit for the steps and staircase to the property and to demolish the semicircular steps and the porch. He then referenced pictures included with the application as it is a squared and shallow front yard in twenty (20) feet total. BOARD QUESTIONS ¢ Chairperson Neuer asked what materials will be used. Mr. Saviet responded that it will be masonry and he even plans on replacing vinyl siding with brick. © Chairperson Neuer asked about the impervious coverage. Mr. Saviet said that the front yard currently is small and removing the porch and walkway will make it even smaller in size. © Mr. Irv Schwarzbaum asked what is the variance request. Mr. Saviet said that it is for front yard and impervious coverage with the porch not extending any further than the bottom step. ° Mr. Mark Sussman asked how far out are the dimensions for the porch. Mr. Saviet said that are five and a half (5 14) feet to six (6) feet. ° Mr. Peter Ricci opined that there’s a lack of information with this application regarding materials and drawings. He then asked about the egress if it is going to remain or be replaced. Mr. Saviet said that he is going to replace the egress. ° Mr. Schwarzbaum asked if the steps are going to align to the driveway. Mr. Saviet answered in the affirmative. Mr. Schwarzbaum asked about the dimensions of the steps. Mr. Saviet said that they are four (4) feet to compliment the staircase. © Mr. Jerome Eben asked if the applicant is building a vestibule. Mr. Saviet said it is more of a portico if you will. Mr. Eben asked for confirmation that this is not going to be interior space. Mr. Saviet said that it is just a roof. Mr. Eben then had a discussion over the sidewalk, gave suggestions on planting to which Mr. Saviet stated that all Mr. Eben’s comments are noted and he will accept them as a condition if necessary. PROFESSIONALS QUESTIONS ¢ Mr. John Hess had no questions. ° Ms. Diana Marsh looked at Google and opined that there would be a gap due to driveways. Ms. Marsh asked about the roof and

on if necessary. PROFESSIONALS QUESTIONS ¢ Mr. John Hess had no questions. ° Ms. Diana Marsh looked at Google and opined that there would be a gap due to driveways. Ms. Marsh asked about the roof and the overhang over the porch. Mr, Saviet said that the roof over the porch would provide symmetry. Ms. Marsh