Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-25-11-065 — Christopher Mathieson

Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to allow a new residence with 611 sq. ft. of living area in lieu of a minimum of 1,200 sq. ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff described the proposal, including the location of the property, the site plan, and photos of the site. Staff noted that two comments were received in favor and one correspondence was received in opposition to the requests. Staff provided an analysis of the six (6) criteria and the reasons for the original recommendation of denial of the Variance. Staff noted that the applicant submitted provided additional confidential medical documentation to support reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act and therefore is recommending approval of the request. The applicant was present and agreed with staff¿s recommendation. The applicant did not provide additional comments and was available for questions. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor, or opposition to the request.The BZA recommended approval of the Variance as requested by a 6-0 vote with one (1) absent, subject to the three (3) conditions found in the staff report.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan and elevations date stamped October 15, 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).