Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-19-04-020 — SHEILA CICHRA

Request: Variances in the A-2 zoning district as follows: 1) To allow an accessory structure (RV carport) in front of the principal structure in lieu of along side or behind. 2) To allow an existing accessory structure (shed) in front of the principal structure in lieu of along side or behind.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff noted that the application was nearly identical to the previous application, in that this was the north end of the same lake, and much of the same factors applied. In addition, due to the significant vegetation along the front and side of the subject property the site was virtually invisible. The applicant's insurer had determined that due to the impacts of the recent storms, the existing unpermitted carport was in need of replacement, and the applicant intended to obtain the necessary permits to demolish it and replace it. They would also obtain permits for an existing shed or replace it. Staff added a condition that the necessary permits to remove or permit all unpermitted structures be obtained with 180 days of final action on the application by the County. The applicant indicated their agreement with the staff recommendation. There being no one present to speak in favor or opposition to the request, the public hearing was closed. The BZA concluded that the vegetation, the distance and the location of the residence made the proposed location both logical and appropriate. A motion to recommend approval passed unanimously.