Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-25-06-021 — Bryan Watts

Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to allow a pool and deck with a Normal High Water Elevation (NHWE) setback of 9.4 ft. in lieu of 35 ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: 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 of the Variance. Staff noted that no comments were received in favor or in opposition to the request. The applicant was present and stated other properties in the area have pools within the 35 ft. setback. They also stated the pool will be saltwater. The BZA discussed the pool deck will utilize the existing paver location and the other reviewing divisions had no objections to the request. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor or in opposition to the request. The BZA recommended approval of Variance request by a 5-0 vote, subject to the four (4) conditions found in the staff report.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan dated stamped May 10, 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).