Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-25-12-067 — Lucille Ghioto

Request: Variance in the R-2 zoning district to allow a structure to be located nearer the side street lot line than the required front yard of such abutting lot (18 ft. in lieu of 25 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 of denial of the Variance. Staff noted that two comments were received in favor and no correspondence was received in opposition to the requests. The applicant was present and available to answer questions. She explained that the proposed structure was appropriately sized for the lot and that, due to the lot¿s limited dimensions and front setback requirements, meeting the setback standards was challenging. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor to the request. Two individuals attended to speak in opposition to the request. Neither objection was related to the proposed variance; rather, they expressed frustration that they were unable to purchase the property themselves. The BZA acknowledged the request and agreed that the proposal was appropriate and consistent with the neighborhood. They also addressed the opposition¿s comments and suggested that those individuals meet with additional county staff to discuss the process. 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 9, 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).