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Mr. Barnert questioned how it will be maintained (From below and above. It is within 5 feet of the lot line it will be made of non-combustible cement board product that is painted and has a much longer lifetime). A Board Member, David G. Williams, asked if they could push it back (There is a window and they do not want to block all the light coming into the house). Mr. Williams stated his opposition and asked if it is open on all sides (It is open on three sides, there are no walls. They are not asking for a side yard relief. They are expanding the use, it's already parking). A Board Member, Jeanne K. Krieger, asked what would prevent the next owner from closing this up (Mr. Clifford stated they could put a condition). Chair, Ralph D. Clifford, stated he liked the design but it is on the property line. To do any maintenance they will be trespassing. The requirement is to look at the change in terms of how it will impact the neighborhood. This is problematic. There are two solutions, make is smaller or obtain an easement from the neighbor. The impact on the neighborhood is too extreme. Gerry McGowen, of 4 Wallis Court, stated if they take it back it will block the last open window they have. The neighbor has written a letter in support of the proposal. Next door is a commercial building with parking on that side. Mr. Clifford stated the next door neighbor might not want anybody on the property. Solar panels were discussed. The Board discussed the proposal. The applicant requested a withdrawal without prejudice. On a motion by Nyles N. Barnert and seconded by Jeanne K. Krieger, the Board voted 5-0, to grant a withdrawal without prejudice.