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TOWN OF ULYSSES
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
April 8 , 1996
Board Members Present : James Hickey, George Tselekis, Alexander Rachun, Kenneth
Christensen
Public Present : Darius Prectis, Mark Purty
George Tselekis brought the meeting to order at 7 : 35 pm.
Item # 1 : Diane McConnell 21 Maple Rd . Ithaca ,NY. is seeking a variance of the Ulysses
zoning ordinance, Article II, Section VI , to build a screened porch with a one story pavilion on
their property.
It was noted that all neighbors were notified of their request, one notice was returned with
no forwarding address for David Englehart . A call was received by Alex Rachun from neighbor
Ruth White who has no objections . There were no objections by the others which were notified
and one was present (Mark Purty) who had no objections .
The board reviewed Item # 1 and discussed the appeal . The board decided that the
variance would not conflict with any of the following (5) points .
Point 1 . How substantial the variation is in relation to the requirement .
Point 2 . The effect, if the variance is allowed, on the increased population density thus proquped
on available government facilities (fire, water, refuse disposal and the like. )
Point 3 . Whether a substantial change will be produced in the character of the neighborhopd or a
substantial detriment to adjoining properties created.
Point 4 . Whether the difficulty can be obviated by some other method feasible for the a lican
pursue, other than a variance . pp t to
Point 5 . Whether in view of the manner in which the difficulty arose and considering all of the
above factors the interest of justice will be served by allowing the variance.
James Hickey moved that the board grant the variance. George Tselekis seconded the motion.
The board resolved to grant the variance.
The board voted.
Mr.Hickey Aye
Mr. Tselekis Aye
Mr.Rachun Aye
Mr. Christensen Aye
• Adopted.
George Tselekis motioned to adjourn the meeting . The meeting was adjourned at 7 : 56 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Kraus