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➢ The Applicants stated that the pole barn is approximately: 28 ft x 50 ft x 23 ft high. ➢ Intended use: storage of equipment including four-wheelers and a skid steer, and a woodworking shop space. ➢ Location: near the existing driveway, with consideration of property lines, septic system location, and natural drainage and a ravine leading to Hunter’s Creek. ➢ Construction: to be completed with assistance from Murphy’s Construction (family-operated) but the Applicants noted that the Construction Company will not be doing it in an official capacity as the business but assured the Board that the appropriate liability insurance is in place. The Applicants noted: ➢ The property consists of approximately 25 acres. ➢ The structure will support property maintenance and home improvement activities. ➢ Landscaping and buffering such as trees will be planted to reduce visibility from the road and neighboring properties. Board Discussion Board members discussed: ➢ Setback requirements, noting a 20-foot minimum from property lines. ➢ There is no plans at this time for heating this structure. ➢ Height and structure is gable roof design. The Applicants explained that it is 12 feet to the ceiling and the roof is 11 foot high. ➢ The Board asked how far the Pole Barn is from the road and it was stated that it was 90 feet. ➢ Drainage considerations and proximity to existing features such as septic and a ravine. ➢ Visual impact and existing/planned landscaping The Board requested: ➢ Placement markers such as stakes or cones at the proposed location for site review prior to the next meeting. Next Steps ➢ The applicant will attend a Planning Board meeting on June 15, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the South Wales Court House on Emery Road. It was posted and notices were sent. ➢ A Zoning Board of Appeals public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the South Wales Court House on Emery Road. ➢ Notices will be sent to neighboring property owners and published as required. ADJOURNMENT MOTION#__ by Zoning Board of Appeals Member Russell Clothier Jr. and seconded by Zoning Board of Appeals Member Mark Geitler to adjourn the meeting at 6:19 p.m. Carried ayes-5 nays-0 Respectfully submitted, Michelle Homac, Zoning Board of Appeals Clerk