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Ms. Falkiewicz reviewed the use variance criteria as follows: • The applicant cannot realize a return, provided that lack is substantial as demonstrated by competent financial evidence – Yes, there was documentation provided to show financial loss • The alleged hardship relating to the property is unique and does not apply to a substantial portion of the district or neighborhood - Yes • The requested use variance, if granted, will not alter the essential character of the neighborhood - No • The alleged hardship has not been self-created – No Ms. Falkiewicz stated the balancing test favors granting this use variance. All members voted in favor of the motion. GRANTED WITH CONDITION Application # 6139 Jacob Matthew Vernon – Requesting two (2) area variances for a proposed detached garage at 2150 Lakeview Road (Zoned R-1) Jacob Vernon, applicant, stated he is asking for a variance for a pole barn he wants to put up on his property. The variance is for the height and square footage. He recently moved there and took over ownership after his father, the previous owner, passed away. He wants to be able to bring all the items from his previous home to this new property and put them inside a shop like he had before. Commissioner Falkiewicz asked if the intention is for residential use only and not for any car repairs, oil changes, etc. Vernon stated this would be for personal use only and storage for things he does not want in front of the house and exposed to the elements. The Board had no further questions. Findings: Mr. Kuebler made a motion, seconded by Mr. Adrian, to approve application # 6139. On the question: Mr. Kuebler reviewed the area variance criteria as follows: • Whether an undesirable change will be produced in the character of the neighborhood or a detriment to nearby properties – He does not think so • Whether the benefit sought by the applicant can be achieved by some feasible method other than a variance - No • Whether the request is substantial – He does not believe so