Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-21-07-040 — Edgar Oswaldo Saya

Request: Variances in the R-1AA zoning district as follows: 1) To allow a 394 sq. ft. addition with an east rear setback of 29 ft. from the Normal High Water Elevation (NHWE) in lieu of 35 ft. 2) To allow an existing 2,658 sq. ft. residence to remain with an east rear setback of 17.4 ft. from the NHWE in lieu of 35 ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: SYNOPSIS: Staff described the proposal, including the location of the property, the site plan, and photos of the site. Staff provided an analysis of the six (6) criteria and the reasons for a recommendation for approval. Staff noted that two (2) comments were received in support and none in opposition. The applicant emphasized that they are converting an existing screen porch. The neighbor spoke in favor of the request. The BZA felt that the case was straightforward, and noted the initial structure as referenced in the applicant¿s letter.