August 21, 2025, Regular Meeting

Due to these unique challenges, it becomes difficult to comply with the ordinance if Mr. Klein would like a safely accessible space that's practical for outside use and well within the intent of the zoning regulations. Mr. Klein states his property is on a corner unit, irregularly shaped, and that results in a very confined rear yard setback. Mr. Klein referenced 2a where he testified stating the photo shows the narrowness of the setback in his yard. It also shows the stairs from the exit of his kitchen. It's about a four feet elevation from the ground. Mr. Klein considered whether a patio would make sense, knowing that a patio would need stairs and would take up additional space, as well as the constant going up and down the stairs to get in and out of the house would create a safety risk, The setback from Mr. Klein’s house to the property line is 30 feet, 30.1 to be exact, according to his survey. Therefore, if Mr. Klein does put in a 14-foot deck onto his property, he still has 16 feet before they get to the property line. Mr. Klein referenced 3a explaining the reason for this photo is to show the privacy screening from the evergreen trees on his property. It is a year round privacy screening providing both him and his neighbor privacy in terms of where the deck would be situated. The following photo shows another view from the other side of the neighbor's driveway in terms of showing the privacy screen that's created by these trees. Referencing Exhibit 4, Mr. Klein explains the reason for the layman's layout of the deck to show the four-foot elevation to get in and out of the house. Mr. Klein feels safer having a same level area for gatherings. He is also trying to optimize the use of the land that he has. Mr. Klein believes if he had a smaller deck, it would create a strip of land towards the trees that would be unusable and awkward. Mr. Klein is trying to maximize his use without getting in the way of the intent of the zoning regulations or impeding his neighbors in any negative way. In Mr. Klein’s opinion, the additional six feet will not substantially impact his neighbors negatively. The deck faces onto their driveway and the side of their house. Mr. Klein will make sure that it's consistent with the neighborhood. BOARD QUESTIONS Mr. Barbee asked if the trees are on Mr. Klein’s property or his neighbor's property. Mr. Klein said they’re

se. Mr. Klein will make sure that it's consistent with the neighborhood. BOARD QUESTIONS Mr. Barbee asked if the trees are on Mr. Klein’s property or his neighbor's property. Mr. Klein said they’re on his property. Mr. Barbee asked how high off the ground the deck would be to propose. Mr. Klein said he is proposing the deck be at the same elevation to be a straight walkout as best as possible and safe within all the safety requirements. Four feet is his estimate. Mr. Barbee asked how tall are the evergreen trees. Mr. Klein said he would estimate it to be around 20 feet approximately, some of them may be taller.