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3. Is the requested area variance substantial? No. The request for a fence is not considered substantial. 4. Will the proposed variance have an adverse effect or impact on the physical or environmental conditions in the neighborhood or district? No. The fence is seen as a visual improvement with no negative environmental effects. 5. Was the alleged difficulty self-created? No. The difficulty arises from the property being a corner lot, a pre-existing condition not created by the homeowner. • Motioned by: Bedient • Seconded by: Stachowski for approval. • Vote: Ayes: 4, Noes: 0. The motion carried. Other Business • Chairperson Stachowski reminded the board to complete their annual training. • The board discussed improving the variance application form, potentially modeling it after the City of Buffalo's form, which asks applicants to address the area variance test questions directly. • A discussion was held regarding clarifying the meeting schedule on future agendas. The board typically meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month, but there is no meeting in November, and the December meeting is on the first Wednesday. The board secretary and counsel agreed to ensure the public schedule is clear on the website and in official notices. Adjournment • Motioned by: Bedient • Seconded by Greenan to close the Public Hearing. • Vote: Ayes: 4, Noes: 0. The motion carried. • The meeting was adjourned. End Time: 6:29 PM