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Board of Adjustments Minutes Page 2 of 3 April 22, 2025 constructed on the opposite side, a variance wouldn't be required. Mr. Leeseberg stated this instance was different because the property line follows the wetland boundary instead of the property including the wetland. They've had several requests for setback variances where wetlands are a part of the property. Commissioner Zahler arrived at 6:36 p.m. Moved by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Booth to approve the rear yard setback variance of I 0-feet for the following reasons: I . The general purpose and intent of the ordinance are met. 2. The property has a land use of +nd ustrial residential, and the use is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. 3. The proposed use is reasonable and is otherwise permitted in the zoning ordinance. 4. The plight of the petitioner is due to circumstances unique to the property, not a consequence of the petitioner's own action or inaction. S. The variance will not alter the essential character of the locality. Motion carried 6-0. 5.2 Variance: Front Yard Setback, Brian Copeland, 18378 Boston St. NW Mr. Leeseberg presented the staff report. It was noted in the Action Requested portion of the staff report that Reason #2 should state the land use is residential, not industrial. Commissioner Johnson asked what happens if the total impervious surface area is over the allowed 45% lot coverage after obtaining the survey. Mr. Leeseberg stated the variance request would not be granted, and the applicant would have to reapply for a larger percentage of lot coverage. Commissioner Rydberg asked about the rock being on top of a type of weed stop and water passes through. Mr. Leeseberg stated a survey would provide an accurate amount of impervious surface coverage. Chair Beise opened the public hearing. Brian Copeland, 18378 Boston St. NW, noted his request is for a 22'x7 ' porch, not 22'x 17' as presented. He explained he thought he did install landscape fabric, but if it was plastic under the rocks, he stated he could remove the rock and place a landscape fabric that water does pass through. Commissioner Johnson asked Mr. Copeland if he was o.k. with the condition of obtaining a survey to validate the amount of impervious surface.