Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-16-04-014 — PEDRO ORBE

Request: Variances in the R-T-2 zoning district to: 1) Allow an existing 888 sq. ft. accessory structure (detached garage) to remain in front of the principal structure in lieu of side or rear yards; and 2) Allow an existing block wall along the front property line six (6) ft. in height in lieu of four (4) ft. (Note: The accessory structure had been an open carport which the owner enclosed without permits. There are no permits on record for the original construction of the carport. The block wall was also constructed without a building permit. This is a result of code enforcement action).

Decision: Approved

Hearing: The applicant stated the shed was there when the property was purchased. Due to theft, they enclosed the carport and built the wall along the front of the property. The BZA acknowledged that the lot was large, but expressed concern about the accessory building being in the front yard. The BZA felt the construction of the wall mitigated the front yard location of the carport. However, the BZA wanted to ensure the wall was decorative. The BZA added conditions #7 and #8. There was no opposition. The BZA approved the variance with the revised conditions.