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September 6, 2018 — Meeting Minutes
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MINUTES BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AUGUST 2, 2018
ROLL CALL: Rick Bliss
Anna Krane, Planner Liza Streett
Ken Heinz, Acting City Attorney Robert Denlow Mary DeBenedetti Chairman Gary Soule
Chairman Soule called the meeting to order at approximately 5:00 p.m. He noted that there is one item for consideration this evening and that there was a full complement of the Board (5 members) in attendance this evening. Chairman Soule noted that Mel Disney recently left this Board and he was a valuable member who served the Board well since 2003. He then announced that Nicki Herrington has resigned as a member and that Robert Denlow, former alternate member, is now a regular member. Because Mel Disney was the Vice-chairman, a new vice- chairman will need to be elected. Liza Streett nominated Rick Bliss to serve as Vice-chairman. The nomination was seconded by Chairman Soule and unanimously approved by the Board. Rick Bliss will now serve as Vice- Chair. The minutes of the January 4, 2018 meeting were presented for approval. The minutes were approved as submitted (with the exception of one correction in the spelling of Liza’s last name). APPEAL FROM KARLA SNEATHEN ON BEHALF OF DAVID BAUMSTART, OWNER, FOR A 4-PERCENT VARIANCE FROM THE MAXIMUM TOTAL LOT COVERAGE ALLOWANCE OF 55-PERCENT TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A PATIO AND RETAINING WALL IN THE REAR YARD - 8411 KINGSBURY BLVD. Karla Sneathen, contractor, was in attendance at the meeting. Those wishing to speak were sworn in by Kathy Scott, Recording Secretary.
Karla Sneathen, contractor, was in attendance at the meeting. Those wishing to speak were sworn in by Kathy Scott, Recording Secretary. Chairman Soule asked if the City had any exhibits to present with regard to this appeal. City Attorney Heinz presented the following exhibits:
A. City of Clayton Code of Ordinances & Master Plan B. Application for Zoning Review & Zoning Review Denial Letter C. Application for Appeal D. Survey and site plan submitted by applicant E. Staff Report
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Chairman Soule asked the applicant if she had any objections to these exhibits being made part of the record. Ms. Sneathen replied “no”. Chairman Soule noted that these exhibits will be entered into the record. Ms. Sneathen introduced herself to the members. She explained that the homeowner wants additional patio space for entertaining. She noted that the owners have experienced drainage problems and that’s why they want to change the grade and add a retaining wall which will result in flatter grade and allow drainage to run along the side. She noted that the owners would also like a fire pit. She asked if there were any questions. Rick Bliss asked where the fire pit will be installed; he did not see it on the submitted drawing. Ms. Sneathen indicated that the fire pit would be portable; it’s not on the drawing. Rick Bliss asked if the proposed drainage system would be sufficient to handle the drainage. Ms. Sneathen informed the members that her boss knows more about that; however, he recommended this system and has been in the business for 27 years. Anna Krane informed the members that the drainage does not correspond with coverage. Chairman Soule asked Planner Krane for confirmation that the construction of drains is a separate issue than that of the increased coverage/variance. Anna Krane confirmed, adding that drainage mitigations can be added without the extra coverage. Chairman Soule asked the applicant if the purpose of the drainage and landscaping is to address a water issue. Ms. Sneathen replied “yes”. Chairman Soule asked Ms.