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Member Olson asked if a tandem garage would be feasible. Mrs. Nyman stated it is possible, but inconvenient. (Staff noted that a tandem garage would create a 40-50 foot long wall along the north property line, clearly visible from adjoining properties). Member Klausing asked for location of other supportive four neighbors (west side of Chatsworth). Robert Kemnitz, 1730 Chatsworth, the adjoining neighbor to the north, noted that over 30 years ago he purchased his property for spaciousness. He stated he is opposed to a variance because of possible damage to sugar maple trees on his lot which will grow over the proposed garage. The tree roots would be cuUdamaged by the foundation excavation. A power line would require the maple tree to be inappropriately trimmed. The garage addition would block the view from the Kemnitz's kitchen window. The snow and water runoff will drain to the neighboring lot. The topography drops one foot in 10 feet to the adjoining Kemnitz lot. The reduced space along the side leaves three feet for maintenance. If a sidewalk is added, runoff is increased. Mrs.Nyman's rental occupants also need space to park vehicles. Mr. Kemnitz has no opposition to a detached or tandem garage. If the variance is approved, a fence will be installed by Kemnitz on his property and no construction or equipment would be permitted on his site. Chair Harms asked for details of power lines and runoff. Jay Kennedy explained that the power lines could be relocated and runoff drained down the driveway. Member Rhody asked why the power line would be moved; could NSP allow a "Mast" on the existing roof. (Typically a power pole is attached to the side of the house). Chair Harms asked about limits of tree damage (to the edge of the tree canopy). She said no north side garage door should be approved on this site; access doors could be placed on front or back. Mrs. Nyman asked if City Codes address the growth of trees over property lines (no). There is no garage door proposed on the north side. She noted that power line would have to be moved further north on her site, possibly encroaching into the overhanging trees. Member Wilke asked if a driveway could be installed to within three feet of property line with a variance (yes). Member Klausing asked for details of the tree damage. 2