the first jerry dressler of 40, 17th avenue, neighbor to the east of the proposed project is concernedwith four primary issues. first, the work was performed without the benefit of a permit. including the removal of a three-story bay extending over a lot line. number two, the size and massing of the proposed building is not compatible with the height and scale of the existing nearby buildings. three, abating the violation of removing the bay should not be allowed due to the historical heritage of the building. the lot splits would be contingent upon the removal of building features that straddle the new subdivided lot lines, unless the approval was not considered in the lot line split. due to inaccuracies of the plan provided by the project sponsor. a number four, the proposed project is not in form to the residential guidelines specifically designed the scale of the buildings to be compatible with the height and depth of surrounding buildings. and to articulate the building to minimize impacts on privacy on adjacent properties. specifically the proposed deck at the front and rear of t