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Summit zoning board carries Rosenthal patio variance after questions about storm drains and coverage
Summary
Homeowners who built a larger patio than approved told the board they will either prove a permit exists for a new backyard inlet or obtain a permit and, if required, submit a stormwater-management plan; board carried the application to June 2 at applicants' request.
Catherine and Todd Rosenthal asked the City of Summit Zoning Board of Adjustment to approve as-built patio work that exceeds the lot coverage and rear-yard setback approved in an earlier variance, telling the board the patio was enlarged during construction.
The Rosenthals and their architect, Daniel Dubinet, summarized the changes and presented photos showing a covered deck and a larger patio area. Dubinet said the as‑built lot coverage is about 40.46 percent, exceeding the 35 percent allowed, and proposed removing roughly 38 square feet of patio to reduce the coverage.
The board’s engineers and members focused on stormwater controls. Board…
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