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BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES DECEMBER 14, 2005 PRESENT: Dan Carpenter, Robert Cornell, Vice Chairman Larry Lang, and Chairman Cheryl Hentz EXCUSED: Dennis Penney, Moss Ruedinger, and Edward
Wilusz STAFF: David Buck, Associate Planner, and Patty LaCombe, Recording Secretary The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hentz. Roll call was taken and a quorum declared present.
Motion by Mr. Carpenter for approval of the November 23, 2005 meeting minutes, Seconded by Mr. Cornell. Motion carried, 3-0-1, Mr. Lang abstained. I: 621 EVANS STREET Bryan Semrow, applicant
and Calvary Chapel of Oshkosh, owner, are requesting a variance to construct a ground sign with an eight (8) foot front yard setback, whereas Section 30-19(B)(2)(c) of the City of Oshkosh
Zoning Ordinance requires a twenty-five (25) foot front yard setback. Ms. Hentz inquired if the applicant would be in attendance this evening. Ms. LaCombe stated that the applicant had
telephoned the City and stated that he would attempt to be in attendance but may not be able to make it due to the inclement weather conditions. Mr. Buck introduced the item and passed
around colored pictures. Mr. Buck also stated it is currently a one-way exit onto Bowen Street. The applicant has stated that the chapel plans to restripe the one-way parking lot next
spring, so Bowen Street would become a one-way entrance rather than an exit. Ms. Hentz asked if the applicants and/or owner received the staff report and if they were aware of the conditions
and if they had any questions. Mr. Buck stated they did receive it, and they did not have any questions. Mr. Cornell asked if the old sign was parallel to Bowen Street. Mr. Buck stated
it was and that this is a full replacement, meaning they removed the entire sign along with the poles and supports. Mr. Cornell asked where they planned on putting the entrance only
sign. Mr. Buck stated it would be on the side of the drive, which would be approximately 5-6 feet high. One side would read “Entrance only” and the other side would read “Exit only”.
only”. Mr. Cornell also asked if there was going to be an exit on Evans Street. Mr. Buck stated Evans Street is ingress and egress and Bowen Street is going to become ingress only. Mr.
Lang asked if the area that was sketched in on the petitioner’s map was going to be a no parking area. Mr. Buck stated that was currently a grassy area. Mr. Lang then stated he would
make an amendment to have the grassy area landscaped to match or be similar to the other side of the drive, which is currently landscaped.
Board of Appeals Minutes -2-December 14, 2005 Motion by Mr. Cornell for approval of the variance to construct a ground sign with an eight (8) foot front yard setback. Seconded by Mr.
Carpenter. Mr. Lang made an amendment for an additional condition; landscaping shall be installed in the green space around the sign per the Department of Community Development. Seconded
by Mr. Carpenter. Motion for amendment carried 3-1, nay Hentz. Motion for approval of the variance as suggested by staff with amendment by Mr. Cornell, seconded by Mr. Carpenter. Motion
carried 4-0. Finding of Facts: Mr. Lang stated the sign with the landscaping would be an upgrade to the neighborhood. Ms. Hentz stated no impact on neighboring property and it is an
improvement and the safety issues have been addressed. DISCUSSION OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS PROCEDURES No discussion was held at this time. There being no further business, the meeting
adjourned at approximately 3:45 p.m. Unanimous. Respectfully Submitted, David Buck Associate Planner DB/pal