Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-26-02-093 — Rebecca Gallof

Request: Variances in the R-CE zoning district as follows: 1) To allow a minimum lot area of 0.74 acres in lieu of 1 acre 2) To allow an existing accessory structure (shed) in front of the principal structure in lieu of the side or rear

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff presented the proposal, outlined the property's location, site plan, and site photos, reviewed the six criteria and explained the reasons for recommending approval for Variance request #1 and denial of Variance request #2. Staff noted that one public comment was received in support of both Variance requests and two correspondences in opposition to Variance request #2. The BZA discussed the location of the septic tank and drainfield in relation to the proposed residence and the existing shed. The applicant was present and explained the need for the lot area variance to construct the home and why the shed would be most ideal kept in its current location. BZA asked the applicant about drainage and the wetland buffers on site, as the applicant was required to get environmental buffer and impact permits for development of the lot. The contractor for the project presented in support of the request and discussed design and elevation choices in compliance with environmental factors and the needs of the applicant. There was no one in attendance to speak in opposition to the requests. The BZA noted that the structure should be shielded from view by vegetation and it would be ideal for the structure to be painted the same color as the proposed single family residence. The BZA recommended approval of the Variance requests by a 6-0 vote, with one absent, subject to the four conditions found in the staff report, with the following modified and additional conditions of approval (COA): Modified COA #1: Development shall be in accordance with the site plan dated December 2, 2025, subject to the conditions of approval, and all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations. Any proposed non-substantial deviations, changes, or modifications will be subject to the Zoning Manager's review and approval. Any proposed substantial deviations, changes, or modifications will be subject to a public hearing before the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) where the BZA makes a recommendation to

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan dated December 2, 2025, subject to the conditions of approval, and all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations. Any proposed non-substantial deviations, changes, or modifications will be subject to the Zoning Manager's review and approval. Any proposed substantial deviations, changes, or modifications will be subject to a public hearing before the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA) where the BZA makes a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC).