Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-26-05-032 — Rachelle Dunneback

Request: Variance in the A-1 zoning district to allow an existing shed with a side setback of 4.44 ft. in lieu of 5 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 denial of the Variance. Staff noted that no comments were received in favor and 1 comment was received in opposition to the request. The owner was present and stated they originally intended to modify the structure to comply with their previous Variance condition of approval but determined this would require the well to be moved on the property. They also stated the shed had been on the property prior to purchasing the home. The owner stated they are friends with the direct neighbor who has no objections to the placement of the shed. The BZA discussed the placement of the shed and the implications of relocating the structure. 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, with two absent, subject to the three conditions found in the staff report.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan date stamped March 11, 2025, and the photo date stamped April 14, 2026, 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).