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October 1, 2015 — Meeting Minutes

These are the minutes of the Clayton Board of Adjustment meeting held October 1, 2015. The record covers roll call, introduction of staff and applicants, two variance appeals (6485 Wydown Boulevard and 15 North Meramec Avenue), testimony and staff exhibits, and board discussion. The Board granted a 16-foot variance from the 36-foot front yard setback along University Lane for a detached garage at 6485 Wydown Boulevard, and granted a 2-foot 9-1/8-inch variance from the 15-foot required rear yard setback for an addition/rooftop alteration at 15 North Meramec Avenue. The meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

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5. Staff Report

Liza Streett made a motion to approve 2-foot, 9 1/8-inch variance from the required rear yard setback of 15-feet to allow the construction of an addition to the existing building. The motion was seconded by Mary DeBenedetti and unanimously approved by the Board.

The variance was granted.

Mr. Sedlak informed the members that they will serve items from mini burgers to lobster and that he hopes to open next spring.

Chairman Soule wished him luck.

The members were informed that there will be a meeting in November.

Being no further business for this Board of Adjustment this evening, the meeting adjourned at 5:50 p.m.

_________________________ Recording Secretary

Mr. Ivy indicated that the stair is internal; he apologized for the confusion. Mel Disney asked if the stairs go to the grade to exit. Mr. Ivy replied “yes”, noting that the grade slopes at the rear. Mel Disney stated that he hopes the trash gets removed. A brief discussion regarding the exposed stair in the alley right-of-way ensued, which was noted is not a subject of the variance request. Mel Disney questioned if it is legal.

Louis Clayton indicated that that is a Public Works Department issue.

Mr. Ivy indicated that they will remove it if required to.

Mary DeBenedetti commented that the rooftop patio is a great idea; much better than sidewalk dining.

Mr. Ivy thanked Mary for her comment.

Mr. Sedlak stated that it was his idea.

Chairman Soule asked for confirmation that the rooftop work is what requires a variance.

Louis Clayton replied “yes”; more specifically the restroom, stair shaft and raising the parapet wall.

Chairman Soule asked if staff believes this to be a minor encroachment.

Louis Clayton replied “yes”.

Chairman Soule asked if staff believes there will be no negative impact to the public’s safety or welfare if this variance is granted.

Louis Clayton replied “yes”.

Chairman Soule asked if staff believes that granting this variance would not be a detriment to surrounding properties.

Louis Clayton replied “yes”.

Chairman Soule asked if staff believes that granting this variance would not impact light or air to adjacent properties.

Louis Clayton replied “yes”.

Chairman Soule asked if staff agrees with the applicant regarding possible alternatives.