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fronting 34th street and the presented variance is for the extension of the fence along the side, front yard on 34th street. Lastly, Mr. Mack stated that the staff recommends denial because the lot is platted with a 20' setback and the construction of the fence would create an obstruction to visibility on a street that is often traveled on at a higher speed that what is posted making the fence an increased safety hazard if constructed. Ms. Alsobrook declared the public hearing open. Staff member, Paige Unger, made note of input forms as follows: Roger and Sharon Stripland of 3420 Clement Road, applicant present to elaborate in testimony. Sharon Stripland of 3420 Clement Road, stated that the rear fence was permitted and inspected in May of 2020; the fence was placed to separate them and their neighbor's yard since it is often overgrown. Ms. Stripland continued that they would like to extend the fence along the side frontage and connect to the back corner of their house to give themselves privacy for their backyard since they have a pool. Ms. Stripland exlplained that safety of the road would not be impacted by the construction of the fence since their existing home obstructs the view of the corner and it is already an unsafe road; she believes that a solution would be for the city to make it a corner with a stop sign. Lastly, Ms. Stripland stated that placing the fence on the 20' setback would significantly decrease their yard, not look aesthetically pleasing or uniform with their neighbors and would be more difficult to mow. There was discussion amongst the board and the applicant about the setback, placement of the fence and safety of the road. Clyde Davis of 3440 Clement Road, spoke in favor of the request. Mr. Davis spoke about how the road is unsafe, but that is often because people are speeding and do not look in the line of sight. Mr. Davis also mentioned that the proposed placement of the fence will not damage the tree, will provide privacy and will prevent foot traffic from cutting across their backyards. Lastly, the openness of the fence will not be a concern since his backyard is open and will allow air and light to pass through. Russell Davis of 3440 Clement Road, spoke in favor of the request. Mr. Davis stated that he does not believe the line of sight is the concern, but that the road is just simply unsafe since he personally has been ran off the road by speeding vehicles. Paula Portugal of 2020 NE 38th Street, spoke in opposition of the variance and believes that the fence will obstruct the line of sight on this already dangerous road. No one spoke in favor or opposition of the request. Public hearing was declared closed.