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Bruce Crowe 508 Mapleview Drive (property to the south of 512 Mapleview). Mr. Crowe stated that he liked the design of the project and had no issue with the proposed terrace. He was concerned that a roof over the porch would cut down the view from the front of his house and the amount of light he gets. Cathy McKay 507 Mapleview Drive (property across the street from 512 Mapleview). Ms. McKay stated that front porches improve neighborhoods and neighborhood relationships. She supported the proposal and stated it would improve the neighborhood. Nancy Sachar 8044 Lafon Place. Ms. Sachar stated she opposed the proposed variance but was in favor of the proposed renovation. Her concern was regarding the effect that water runoff would have on her property. Mr. Ellerman stated that the proposed renovation would not result in increased runoff. Board members discussed the proposal and asked if the current property owner intended to live in the house after the renovation was completed and if the proposed porch roof would add value to the property. Board members also asked about the function of the proposed deck on the rear of the house, facing the back yard and Old Bonhomme Road. Mr. Ellerman stated that the current property owner did not intend to live in the house upon completion of the renovation. He stated that the proposed porch roof would not add significant value to the property. He stated that the rear deck would serve as a barbeque area and that no other properties had rear decks because Old Bonhomme Road is a busy street. The variance was denied by a vote of 5 (opposed) to 0 (in favor). Board members stated that the request did not arise for a condition that was unique to the property as it was similar to many other properties in University City. It was also noted that among both newly constructed dwellings and older dwellings, many had front porches that were in conformance with the setbacks. 3. Case # BOA 15-03 7333 Princeton Avenue Mr. Frank Carpenter with Coach House Garages, on behalf of A.J. and Michelle Harris, property owners, requested a variance to construct a detached garage maintaining a side yard setback of two (2) feet in lieu of five (5) feet as required by Section 400.160.B of the Zoning Single Family Residential District. Mr. Carpenter explained the proposal and stated that the location of the dwelling on the property did not allow for enough room for a vehicle to be able to make the turn to access a detached garage if it was constructed to meet the required side yard setback of five feet. Mr. Greatens stated that the depth of lots in this area was less than most residential lots in University City. Public Comments tğŭĻ Ћ ƚŅ Ќ