Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

SE-18-06-068 — CHARO UCEDA

Request: Special Exception and Variances in the R-CE zoning district as follows: 1) Special Exception to allow construction of a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). 2) Variance to allow construction of a detached ADU on a lot with less than 1 1/2 times the minimum lot area required by the zoning district. 3) Variance to allow a parcel with .88 ac. of land area in lieu of 1 ac. of land area.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff noted that the need for the variances regarding the size of lot are due in part to the fact that there was no indication that the lot had been lawfully created. However, at over 35,000 ft. in size, there is more than adequate room to accommodate both the main house and the ADU, which is for the applicant's parents. The location of the home exceeds all setbacks and the unit will be constructed to mirror the main home. Staff noted that it had received one correspondence in opposition, however, it was not from an immediately impacted neighbor. The applicant's agent indicated their agreement with the staff recommendation and conditions. There being no one present to speak in favor or opposition to the request, the public hearing was closed. The BZA asked if, even though the architecture provided mirrored that of the house, should a condition be added for clarity. Staff acknowledged that one would be added. A motion to approve the Special Exception and variances was passed unanimously.