{ "document_id": 11301, "page": 3, "width_pt": 612, "height_pt": 792, "rotation": 0, "pipeline_version": "paddleocr-vl-1.6+paul-48", "engine": "paddleocr_vl", "source_run_id": 11412, "item_count": 9, "counts_by_type": { "heading": 3, "text": 6 }, "build_ms": 3, "items": [ { "id": "p3.1", "order": 1, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 43.44, "t": 739.92, "r": 568.8, "b": 611.28 }, "text": "different type of tree? Mr. Borden yes, they are more flexible, and always looking to improve what is proposed. Mr. Martins asked how long will it take for the trees to grow into something larger. Mr. Borden said the thicker the tree the slower it will grow. It could range from a few inches to a few feet a year. Mr. Borden pointed out the buffer is meant to hide the activity of the building and soften the view not hide the building. Mr. Heiman stated he noticed and 8x4 ft. sign and he is asking if it can be removed right away as it is not safe to pull out of the lot. Ms. Bradley opened to the public. Cindy Strong, 45 Shilling Way in Three Pence, sworn by Bd Attorney. Ms. Strong has been living in her townhouse for 30 years. She stated that the property does not look the way it looked back when she bought her home. Ms. Strong's opinion is that there is plenty of room on the applicant's property to plant more trees. She says the lights from the building are very bright. Mr. Pfeffer pointed out the builder only cleared 50% of the property, all the other trees were not touched." }, { "id": "p3.2", "order": 2, "type": "heading", "bbox": { "l": 44.4, "t": 610.56, "r": 199.2, "b": 598.8 }, "text": "Ms. Bradley closed public session.", "attrs": { "block_label": "paragraph_title" }, "level": 3 }, { "id": "p3.3", "order": 3, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 43.68, "t": 598.8, "r": 564.48, "b": 545.76 }, "text": "Bd Attorney Cipriani made a statement to the board that this is an administrative approval to change plan, from the buffer being planted on property the applicant did not own and that is not a viable plan. Mr. Pfeffer was correct that this is a bonded project and in order to get out of the bond the project would have to be done in accordance with any proposed plan, if in future trees were to die it would be a matter for code enforcement.", "attrs": { "block_label": "abstract" } }, { "id": "p3.4", "order": 4, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 43.2, "t": 534.72, "r": 533.52, "b": 507.36 }, "text": "Motion to approve/Bressi based on HOA not coming forward to complain about loss of trees after all these years/Second Hofstein Eligible to Vote and Yes Vote: Bressi, Heiman, Hofstein, Hudak, Rosal, Martins, Bradley" }, { "id": "p3.5", "order": 5, "type": "heading", "bbox": { "l": 44.16, "t": 494.4, "r": 113.28, "b": 482.88 }, "text": "APPLICATIONS", "attrs": { "block_label": "paragraph_title" }, "level": 3 }, { "id": "p3.6", "order": 6, "type": "heading", "bbox": { "l": 61.92, "t": 469.68, "r": 425.28, "b": 457.92 }, "text": "1) LUV 2 HOWL ANIMAL RESCUE/HOWLING WOODS FARM (USE VARIANCE 3522)", "attrs": { "block_label": "paragraph_title" }, "level": 3 }, { "id": "p3.7", "order": 7, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 63.84, "t": 456.72, "r": 355.92, "b": 444.72 }, "text": "BLOCK: 18204 LOT: 2 ZONE: RD – 1371 W VETERANS HIGHWAY" }, { "id": "p3.8", "order": 8, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 42.96, "t": 438.48, "r": 568.56, "b": 212.88 }, "text": "(CARRIED FROM 12/18/2024 AND 2/18/2024, MEETING) Testimonily given 12/18/2024 No additional notice.\nJohn Jackson JJJ Law firm, representing applicant. Mr. Jackson brought as witness Ms. Colleen Case, Supervisor at Howling Woods Farm. Both parties were sworn in by Bd Attorney. Mr. Jackson reminded the board that they are here for a D Variance and that the location is a wolf dog farm/animal rescue believes it is a great community resource and asset. It has developed over time. Ms. Case read a statement about the farm and the importance of the wolves on the planet. She went on to discuss that it is 1 of 13 rescues of this type in the US. The farm hosts various events, some of which include, military appreciation day, offsite educational program for schools and senior programs and libraries, they host tours for special needs children/adults, they offer tours to people enrolled in rehabilitation programs. Guests come from as far as Australia to visit. It is a unique experience. Mr. Jackson and Ms. Case pointed out that the animals are mostly docile, and a shy animal. Ms. Case has been there over 9 years and they have never had any incidents of aggression. Ms. Case described the enclosures are all made out of cattle panel, extremely durable, double gated areas. The type of fencing also lends to the aesthetics of the property. Howling woods has built many relationships with the community for example various workgroups that volunteer, Bank of America, and every year they do pictures with Santa. Dr. Hofstein asked if it is a non-profit? Ms. Case stated they are a 501C3, non-profit. Mr. Jackson pointed out it is laid out in their PowerPoint presentation. It is completely funded by donations. Dr. Hofstein stated this is a land use board and would like to address the nature of that and how it relates to this application. Mr. Jackson stated that it is in a farm zone and they feel it has a lot more in common with an agricultural use. Operating since 2010. Mr. Hudak - Why are you just now coming before this board?" }, { "id": "p3.9", "order": 9, "type": "text", "bbox": { "l": 42.72, "t": 211.92, "r": 568.8, "b": 55.44 }, "text": "Mr. Jackson said it has evolved over time and zoning officials were out there and said the business is there and time to make this legitimate. A zoning officer part of his routine checks stopped by and said it is probably time to make it official. Mr. Jackson also noted it is a testament to the neighbors and the owner Mr. Hodanish that they have been under 'the radar' for so long, no complaints or incidents. Dr. Hofstein – Up until now you do not have any approvals? Mr. Jackson said yes it started as a farm and they started taking in a few rescue animals, they did not think they were doing anything wrong. Bd Attorney opened up questions to the public. No questions for Ms. Case. Next witness presented by Mr. Jackson is William Stevens, VP of Professional Design Services, duly sworn by Bd Attorney, credentials accepted. Mr. Stevens gave a brief overview. Applicant is seeking D1 use variance to allow the wolf farm refuge to remain, the farm is meant to be a refuge for wolf dogs. The property is located on W. Veterans Highway, Rugged Cross Motorcycle Club is next door, and a pool supply company is across the street. Located in RD zone, it is 10acre property, it is bordered mostly by Colliers Mills, other parts of the property back up to homes on Hawkin Rd, and nothing is close. The only portion of the property that is close proximity to anything is in the NW corner near the Motorcycle Club. Mr." } ], "excluded_furniture": { "first": [], "last": [] } }