Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-17-12-138 — CENTRAL FLORIDA TOYOTA

Request: Variance in the P-D zoning district to allow 2 ground signs with a separation distance of 55 ft. in lieu of 100 ft. Note: The signs were erected on both sides of the entrance from S. Orange Blossom Trail. Both signs meet the design criteria for a ground sign, in terms of size and height. Both have active building permits which cannot be closed without either obtaining a variance or relocation of the signs.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff gave a presentation on the case covering the size and location of the signs and photos. The applicant displayed photos showing the low profile of the signs and explained that they were for identification and wayfinding. The applicant also showed other typical signage in the area, and showed 2 separate dealerships with 2 separate signs that that were less than 100 feet apart. The BZA asked about the permits. The BZA acknowledged that the property had a long frontage, and felt that the signs were low profile and helped with directions, and had a cleaner look than other signs on the same road. Staff received no commentaries in favor of the application, and none in opposition to the application. There was no opposition at the hearing. The BZA approved the variance.