Board of Zoning Appeals

CITY OF HOBART BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MINUTES OF DECEMBER 1, 2016 Stuart Allen called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. with the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Members in attendance: Scott Gregory, Ron Jackson, Stuart Allen, Mark Kopil and Maria Galka. Also in attendance: Sergio Mendoza, City Planner; Carroll Lewis, Zoning Administrator and Joy Respecke, Recording Secretary. Absent: Phil Gralik, City Engineer. Approval of Minutes: Mr. Jackson made a motion to approve the minutes of November 3, 2016 as presented, seconded by Mr. Kopil. All ayes, motion carried. (5-0) Communications/Acceptance of Agenda: Ms. Galka made a motion to approve the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Jackson. All ayes, motion carried. (5-0) New Business 1. 16-14 Christopher Ciesielski, 2214 E. Cleveland Avenue located approx. 500’ west of the Cleveland Avenue & Union Street intersection, Sec. 154.006(F)(7), zoned R-2, 0.62 acre Request: Public Hearing: Developmental Standards Variance Purpose: To exceed the permitted 864 sq. ft. of accessory structures by 350 sq. ft. for a proposed 24’x30’ detached garage Approved X Denied __ Deferred ___ Vote 5-0 Christopher Ciesielski, 2214 E. Cleveland Avenue, 313-4137 requested to construct a 24’x30 detached garage to be located on the rear of the property. Mr. Allen opened and closed the public hearing for Petition 16-14 without comments. Mr. Ciesielski stated the proposed garage would be used to park his automobile, personal storage and a small area for woodworking. An existing shed will be demolished. Discussion ensued whether Lots 21 and 22 were two separate lots and taxing units. Mr. Ciesielski stated he receives one tax bill. Ms. Galka made a motion to Approve Petition 16-14 with the stipulation the proposed garage will be tied to the residential dwelling including all discussion and findings of fact, seconded by Mr. Jackson. All ayes, motion carried. (5-0) Staff Consultation/Discussion: None There being no further comments or discussion Mr. Jackson made a motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m. _______________________________ ________________________________ Stuart Allen, Chairman Ron Jackson, Secretary