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CITY OF GLENDALE
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
GLENDALE COUNCIL CHAMBERS BUILDING
CONERENCE ROOM B-3
5850 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE
GLENDALE,ARIZONA 85301
THURSDAY,APRIL 10,2003
7:00 P.M.
The regular meeting was called to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. by Vice-Chairperson Carl
Dietzman, with the following members and representatives present:
BOARDMEMBERS PRESENT: Carl Dietzman, Vice-Chairperson
Tommie Beck
George Giarrusso
David Iwanski
Carol Marx
Michael Schroth
BOARDMEMBERS ABSENT: Douglas Ward, Chairperson
CITY STAFF: Ray Jacobs, Zoning Administrator
Jim Flenner, City Attorney
John Fukasawa, Associate Planner
Sally Millward, Recording Secretary
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman explained the Board's policies and hearing procedures.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for approval of the March 13, 2003 minutes.
Boardmember Iwanski made a MOTION to APPROVE the minutes from the March 13,
2003 meeting. Boardmember Schroth SECONDED the MOTION. The motion PASSED
by a vote of 6-0.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for Business from the Floor. There was none.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman asked staff if there were any requests for withdrawals or
continuances. There were none.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for public hearing items.
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APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-02
REQUEST: A request by Lucchesi Construction for Harley and
Deanna Hembd to allow a 12-foot, 6-inch side yard
setback where a 15-foot side yard setback is required in
the SR-17 (Suburban Residential) zoning district. The
property is located at 7618 West John Cabot Road. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Cholla District).
Mr. Fukasawa presented the application, reviewing the site and request.
Boardmember Iwanski asked if the other properties' reduced setbacks were the result of a Board
action. Mr. Fukasawa stated there were no other variances on record. He said they were most
likely the result of the previous zoning ordinance's smaller setbacks.
Boardmember Schroth asked about the height of the garage.
Harry Lucchesi, applicant's representative, stated the elevation of the garage matches that of the
house.
Boardmember Beck asked if the oversized vehicle mentioned in the applicant's letter refers to a
bus. Mr. Lucchesi responded no, explaining the oversized vehicles are large, extended-cab pick-
up trucks.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the meeting up for public comment on this case. As no
comments were made, he closed the public hearing.
Boardmember Beck asked when the house was constructed. Mr. Lucchesi estimated the house
was built in the early 1970's. Mr. Jacobs clarified the subdivision was approved in the county in
1977. The house may have been constructed soon after that date.
Boardmember Iwanski made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-02 as recommended by
staff. Boardmember Beck SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion.
Boardmember Giarrusso commented the owner has made every effort to accommodate his
vehicles without impacting surrounding neighbors.
Boardmember Marx urged the applicant to ensure the garage and house are aesthetically
pleasing.
No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
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APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-03
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 4-foot side
yard setbacks where 5 and 10-foot side yard setbacks are
required in the R1-6 (Single Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6701 North 51st Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-04
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 4-foot side
yard setbacks where 5 and 10-foot side yard setbacks are
required in the R1-6 (Single Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6713 North 51st Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-05
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 4-foot side
yard setbacks where 5 and 10-foot side yard setbacks are
required in the R1-6 (Single Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6736 North 51st Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
Mr. Fukasawa presented applications VAR-03-03, VAR-03-04, and VAR-03-05, reviewing the
sites and requests. Mr. Jacobs pointed out, unlike typical Habitat for Humanity requests, these
requests call for the garages to be adjacent to the homes, resulting in the need for reduced side-
yard setbacks.
Heidi Kimzey, applicant's representative, offered to answer questions.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the meeting up for public comment on this case. As no
comments were made, he closed the public hearing.
Boardmember Beck made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-03 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Marx SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
Boardmember Iwanski made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-04 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Schroth SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
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Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
Boardmember Marx made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-05 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Beck SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-06
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 4-foot side
yard setbacks where a 20-foot perimeter setback is
required in the R3 (Multiple Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6509 North 52nd Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-07
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 5 and 10-foot
side yard setbacks where a 20-foot perimeter setback is
required in the R3 (Multiple Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6738 North 55th Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
APPLICATION NO.: VAR-03-08
REQUEST: A request by Habitat for Humanity to allow 5 and 10-foot
side yard setbacks where a 20-foot perimeter setback is
required in the R3 (Multiple Residence) zoning district.
The property is located at 6730 North 55th Drive. Staff
Contact: John Fukasawa (Ocotillo District).
Mr. Fukasawa presented applications VAR-03-06, VAR-03-07, and VAR-03-08, reviewing the
sites and requests.
Boardmember Giarrusso asked if the C-3 property located behind the property in Application
VAR-03-06 will interfere with access. Mr. Fukasawa responded no, explaining, while the
property is zoned C-3, it appears to be developed as a residential structure.
Heidi Kimzey, applicant's representative, offered to answer questions.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the meeting up for public comment on this case. As no
comments were made, he closed the public hearing.
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Boardmember Giarrusso made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-06 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Iwanski SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
Boardmember Schroth made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-07 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Beck SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
Boardmember Giarrusso made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR-03-08 with stipulation as
recommended by staff. Boardmember Iwanski SECONDED the MOTION.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman opened the floor to discussion. No further comments were made.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for a Roll Call Vote. The MOTION PASSED by a vote
of 6 to 0.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for Other Business. There was none.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for the Planning Staff Report.
Mr. Jacobs welcomed Commissioner Schroth to the Board.
Mr. Jacobs noted the May 8 meeting might be cancelled.
Vice-Chairperson Dietzman called for Board Comments and Suggestions. No comments were
made.
As there was no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
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