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AT" r mmms op the pimhxiig cohhissioh TIH6 HELD MAT 18, 1987 #1147 BIXXM OIHTIE • j Theresa Bloom was oresent and reiterated the hardship of no privacy in their house during fallr winter, and spring. They propose to replace the existing lilac bushes with a 6' fence and arborvidae plantings. Chairman Kelley noted that arborvidae in itself is a great means for privacy without a fence. He is opposed to alot of fencing and prefers natural screening. Cohen felt that the large lilac should provide adequate privacy. It was noted that the applicant does not currently live in this residence on a year around basis. Taylor agreed that it was a very crowded area and felt it was a legitimate hardship in this case. He recommended that the lilac bushes remain and construct the fence behind the lilac. Hanson concurred with Taylor*s recommendation. Bellows also concurred with Taylor especially if the fence is appropriately placed. There were no comments from the public regarding this matter and the public hearing was closed. Motion 1 - It was moved by Taylor, seconded by Johnson, to allow 6* fence to be located on south side of lilac bushes, with applicant executing a hold-harmless agreement, and no road dedication required. Motion, Ayes 2, Nays 5. Motion fails. Motion 2 - It was moved by Bellows, seconded by Brown, to allow 6* fence to be located 5* from the front property line at the west end, gradually getting closer to the lot line to a point 12* directly out from the jog in the house, and there ending; applicant to execute a hold-harmless agreement, and no road dedication required. Motion, Ayes 3, Nays 4. Motion fails. Motion 3 - It was moved by Chairman Kelley, seconded by Cohen, to recommend denial of the variance request but would allow only a 3-1/2* fence as allowed by code. Motion, Ayes 2, Nays 5. Motion fails. No further motions were made and Planning Commission referred the application to Council for their review. .1