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Planning & Zoning Commission/ Local Planning Agency Minutes January S, 2020 Page 3 of the staff report dated January 8, 2020, and the two (2) conditions of approval outlined in the staff report. Mr. Tizzio seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote. Sixth Item of Business: BA 19.05: 335 Southcot Drive. A variance request to Section 2.5.4, Table 2-5.4 of the ULDR to reduce the 20 ft. rear yard setback to 14 ft. to allow an addition to the existing structure. Ms. Christina Hyson, Planner II, reviewed the information provided in her memorandum dated January 8, 2020 to the City of Casselberry Planning and Zoning Commission. Ms. Hyson said staff moves that case number BA 19-05 be approved with staffs conditions and finds that based upon the staff report and the testimony and evidence presented, the request meets the applicable provisions of the Land Development Code and is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan as per the written findings contained in the staff report. The conditions of approval are: 1. The variance shall only pertain to the proposed addition of a screened porch with an aluminum roof as displayed in Attachment B of the staff report. 2. The walls of the screened porch must consist of screen mesh material and cannot be replaced with solid walls. 3. A building permit for the construction of the proposed addition shall be obtained within six (6) months of variance approval. 4. All of the above conditions shall be fully and faithfully executed or the variance shall become null and void. A brief discussion ensued regarding an 18" — 24" kick plate along the bottom of the screen enclosure. It was decided that the kick plate would be added to the conditions of approval. In response to the Commission's question regarding removal of the existing fence, Ms. Hyson stated that if the variance is granted the applicant would remove the fence. In response to the Commission's question regarding City staff speaking for or against the variance, Ms. Hyson stated she discussed the variance with the City Engineer to determine if there were any proposed land acquisition or impact to the golf course and there were none. Mr. Henson asked the applicant to come forward. Mr. James McKay, 335 Southcot, Casselberry, Florida came forward. There were no questions for the applicant. Mr. Henson asked if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak in favor of, or in opposition to, the request. No one came forward. Mr. Henson asked for a motion to address BA 19-05. Mr. Phillips made a motion that the Planning and Zoning Commission approve BA 19-05 with staffs conditions and finds that based upon the staff report and the