Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-25-12-076 — Austin Hammonds

Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to allow an addition with a 28 ft. rear setback in lieu of 35 ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff presented the proposal, outlined the property's location, site plan, and site photos, and reviewed the six criteria and explained the reasons for recommending denial of the Variance. Staff noted that 1 correspondence was received in favor of the request and no comments were received in opposition. The applicant who was present stated that the proposed addition would visually match the aesthetic of the neighborhood and surrounding areas. BZA discussed the aesthetics of the neighboring properties in relation to what is being proposed by the applicant. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor or in opposition to the request. The BZA recommended approval of the Variance request by a 6-0 vote, with one absent, subject to the 3 conditions found in the staff report.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan dated June 13, 2025, and elevations dated June 4, 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).