Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

SE-16-05-030 — DEBORAH FRAZIER

Request: Special Exception and Variance in the A-1 zoning district as follows: 1) Special Exception: To construct a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for the applicant's elderly parent; and, 2) Variance: To permit a detached ADU with 1,064 gross sq. ft. in lieu of 919 gross sq. ft. (Note: The applicant has obtained signatures of support from the owners of 11 surrounding properties)

Decision: Approved

Hearing: The BZA discussed the size of the existing house and stated the square footage was slightly over the limit but not excessive, and concluded the request was reasonable. The BZA noted the most impacted neighbor's support of the request. Staff received thirteen (13) commentaries in favor of the application and none in opposition. There was no opposition at the hearing.