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Board of Zoning Adjustments Meeting May 22, 2003- page 3 Wilson Variance for Accessory Building The Board considered the request of Max and Cheryl Wilson, 14880 Homestead Avenue North, for a variance to permit a 20 -foot side yard setback for the construction of a 1,200 square foot accessory, where a 40 -foot setback is required by ordinance. The applicant, Max Wilson, explained that because of the existing wetlands and rolling hills, there was no other place to locate the building without encroaching upon the hayfields. Brunotte made motion, Schumann seconded, to recommend approval of the variance for Max and Cheryl Wilson. All Ayes. Motion carried. Sullivan Variance for Oversized Garage The Board considered the request of John and Susanne Sullivan, 9079 170th Street North, for a variance to construct a 1,115 square foot attached garage for construction of a new home. The applicant, John Sullivan, explained he was constructing the home to follow an existing ridgeline and that the design of the garage and home created a larger garage area without giving the appearance of an oversized garage. He said that the home was set back a good distance from the street and was well screened. Brunotte made motion, Schumann seconded, to recommend approval of the variance for John and Susanne Sullivan. All Ayes. Motion carried. Shimota Variance for Oversized Accessory Building The Board considered the request of Leonard and Rita Shimota, 9824 140th Street North, for variances to exceed the maximum size permitted for an accessory building, and permit an accessory building with an exterior finish that is inconsistent with the principal structure. The applicant would like to construct a 40'X60' accessory building where ordinance allows a maximum of three accessory buildings with a combined size of 3,600 square feet in the agricultural zoning district. The applicant currently has four accessory buildings totaling 3,700 square feet and would like a variance to allow the construction of an additional 2,400 square foot building. The applicant is also requesting to finish the home with red steel siding where the home has brick siding.