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Neighbors split on lanai roof: applicants seek to replace existing screen enclosure with solid roof; one neighbor strongly objects
Summary
Sharon Gianata and Gregory LaChapelle requested a variance to replace an existing screen lanai with a solid roof in the same footprint. HOA representatives spoke in favor; a nearby neighbor raised multiple objections about process, drainage, storm safety and loss of light. The hearing officer closed the item; decision to be filed within 15 working days.
Sharon Gianata and her husband, Gregory LaChapelle, requested a variance to allow the replacement of an existing screen lanai with a solid roof and gutters, leaving the structure in the same footprint. Gianata said the existing lanai "predate[s] our proposed improvements" and the project had Traditions at Villa Rosa HOA approval dated 10/17/2025. She said the work would not expand the structure and argued that…
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