Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-19-02-196 — MARY ROSE

Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to permit a cumulative total of 750 sq. ft. of accessory floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff noted that the subject property was five (5) times the minimum lot requirement for a lot in the R-1A zoning district. In addition, the lot is larger than the A-1 zoned lots to east across Division Ave. Each of those lots fails to meet the lot size or with criteria, however, t each is entitled to 1,000 sq. ft. of accessory floor area. If the subject property were zoned A-1, there would be no need for the variance. Staff also noted that this area of Gotha is very rural in character, and that a larger structure would fit with the larger lots and character. Staff noted that the applicant has the support of large number of their neighbors. In addition, there have been past variances in the neighborhood for larger structures. The applicant indicated their agreement with the staff recommendation and conditions. There being no one present to speak in favor or opposition to this request, the public hearing was closed. The BZA concluded that the size of the property, and character of the area warranted the granting of the variance. A motion to approve the request passed unanimously.