Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-18-05-044 — DEAN QUACH

Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to validate an existing addition 16 ft. from the rear (south) property line in lieu of 25 ft.

Decision: Denied

Hearing: Staff gave a presentation on the case covering the location, the site plan, aerial photos and site photos. The applicant stated that he could not afford a contractor, so he built the addition himself without permits. Code Enforcement came to the property for the fence, which was corrected. At that time the applicant was cited for 2 additions. The BZA confirmed the applicant knew that permits were needed, but chose to build the addition for cheaper. The BZA felt that there were no demonstrated special conditions or circumstances and the need for the variance is self created. Staff received 0 commentaries in favor of the application, and 1 in opposition to the application. The BZA denied the variance.