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CITY OF GLENDALE
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
GLENDALE COUNCIL CHAMBERS BUILDING
CONFERENCE ROOM B-3
5850 WEST GLENDALE AVENUE
GLENDALE,ARIZONA 85301
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2006
7:00 P.M.
The regular meeting was called to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. by Vice-Chairperson Knaack, with
the following members and representatives present:
BOARDMEMBERS PRESENT: Yvonne Knaack, Vice-Chairperson
Sandy Burrell
Merry Lutz
Michael Schroth
Rodney Passmore
BOARDMEMBERS ABSENT: Moe Gallegos, Chairperson
Hugh Leonardo
CITY STAFF: Ray Jacobs, Zoning Administrator
Jim Flenner, City Attorney
Remigio Cordero, Associate Planner
Bill Luttrell, Senior Planner
Erin O'Neil, Sr. Management Assistant
Lisa Hunt, Recording Secretary
Vice Chairperson Knaack explained the Board's policies and hearing procedures.
Vice Chairperson Knaack called for approval of the September 14, 2006 minutes.
Boardmember Schroth made a MOTION to APPROVE the minutes from the September 14, 2006
meeting. Boardmember Passmore SECONDED the MOTION. The motion PASSED by a vote of
5toO.
Vice Chairperson Knaack asked staff if there were any requests for withdrawals or continuances. Mr.
Jacobs informed the Board of a continuance request for VAR06-17. He indicated formal action must be
taken on the variance application to continue it to November 9, 2006.
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APPLICATION NO.: VAR06-17
REQUEST: A request by the property owner, Cletus Thiebeau, for a variance in
the Suburban Residence (SR-12) district to reduce the rear yard
setback to 10 feet where 25 feet is required for an attached garage.
The property is located at 7723 West Libby Street. Staff Contact:
Remigio J. Cordero (Sahuaro District).
Boardmember Burrell made a MOTION to APPROVE the continuance to the next regular
meeting. Boardmember Lutz SECONDED the MOTION. The motion PASSED unanimously.
Vice Chairperson Knaack explained the Board's policies and hearing procedures.
APPLICATION NO.: VAR06-11
REQUEST: A request by the property owner, Phyllis Tabaka, for variances in
the Multiple Residence (R-3) to reduce the West perimeter setback
to 10 feet and the North perimeter setback to 6 feet where 20 feet is
required for room additions. The property is located at 7148 North
48th Avenue. Staff Contact: Remigio J. Cordero (Cactus District).
Mr. Cordero presented the application, reviewing the site and request.
Ms. Phyllis Tabaka, applicant, explained her request to add two rooms to the existing building. She said
it would make the property easier to sell in the future.
Vice Chairperson Knaack called for a discussion or any questions.
Boardmember Schroth asked if the applicant was going to follow a similar theme in construction as the
rest of the property. Ms. Tabaka stated that she would be keeping to the same theme.
There was no further discussion on the variance.
Boardmember Schroth made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR06-11, subject to the site plan dated
May 18, 2006. Boardmember Passmore SECONDED the MOTION. The motion PASSED
unanimously.
APPLICATION NO.: VAR06-14
REQUEST: A request by the property owner, Mark Tongson, for a variance in
the Agricultural (A-1) district to increase the lot coverage to 22%
where 10% is required for an accessory storage shed. The property
is located at 5342 West Waltann Lane. Staff Contact: Remigio J.
Cordero (Sahuaro District).
Mr. Cordero presented the application,reviewing the site and request.
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Mr. Mark Tongson, applicant, stated that he bought the property approximately 14 years ago. He said he
finally has the means to build on his property. He reported most neighbors have buildings larger than he
is requesting. He asked the Board for their approval.
Boardmember Passmore asked the applicant about the building's use. Mr. Tongson said it would house
a fishing boat, dune buggies as well as miscellaneous items. Boardmember Passmore asked if there was
a wall surrounding his home. Mr. Tongson responded that there was a brick wall surrounding three sides
and one side is a chain link fence.
There was no further discussion on the variance.
Boardmember Schroth made a MOTION to APPROVE VAR06-14, subject to the site plan dated
July 7, 2006. Boardmember Passmore SECONDED the MOTION. The motion passed
unanimously.
OTHER BUSINESS :-
There were no items.
PLANNING STAFF REPORT
Mr. Jacobs announced that Mr. Flenner is retiring and would be leaving his duties with the Board. He
will be returning to work part-time in the Utilities Department. The Board wished him the best of luck.
BOARD COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
There were no comments.
NEXT MEETING:
November 9, 2006.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:36 p.m...
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