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Zoning for the property is RM-4000 (Multi-family Residential) District Mr. Swift presented his report (SR 85:574) dated November 19, 1985, regarding this matter. Mayor Brandes declared the public hearing open on this item. [_{') Mr. Randy Isaacs, applicant, stated he is proposing to construct a second ~ story onto his present dwelling. He presented drawings showing the proposed ~ project and the house as it exists now. He stated the floor area ratio ex- ceeds the code by only 13%. He stated that other residences in the area ex- ~ ceed the ratio by a greater percent. He stated the project will eliminate the flat roof and be more compatible with the character of the other residences on this street. He stated the neighbors do not object to the proposed addition and it does not conflict with the character of the existing residences. He concluded by stating he did not feel this would be granting a special privilege, and he urged approval of his appeal. Mr. Archie Stanley, 535 E. Angela, spoke in favor of the appeal, stating there are many old Victorian homes on this street and that the present house is out of character with surrounding homes. He stated that anyone who want to build on should be encouraged; and that this particular proposal will enhance the neighborhood. No one in the audience spoke in opposition to the item. There being no further testimony, Mayor Brandes declared the public hear- ing closed. After discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Mercer, and seconded by Councilmember Wood, that Resolution No. 85-556, approving AP-85-19, appeal of a decision of the Board of Adjustment denying the application of Randy Isaacs for a Variance from the Ordinance Code to increase the maximum allowable floor area ratio to facilitate construction of a 1,339 sq. ft. residential addition to an existing dwelling at 4613 Second Street, be adopted. The roll call vote was as follows: AYES: Councilmembers Mercer and Wood NOES: Councilmembers Butler, Mohr, and Mayor Brandes ABSENT: None Because of the above vote, the appeal and variance of Randy Isaacs was denied. AP-85-17, Application of Integrated Sign Associates appealing a decision of the Design Review Board denying the installation of a wall-mounted sign ("Home Federal") to be located at 5870 Stoneridge Mall Road. Zoning for the property is CR (Regional Commercial)-Peripheral District Mr. Swift presented his report (SR 85:579) dated November 19, 1985, regarding this matter. Mayor Brandes declared the public hearing open on this item. Mr. Leo March, 10845 Wheatlands Avenue, Santee, representing Integrated Signs, stated his firm first got involved when they were engaged to do a com- prehensive sign program for this building. He stated they looked at the piece of property for its value and uniqueness and designed the signs based on need and environment. He stated that Home Federal is new in this area and needs 6 - 11-19-85