Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

SE-18-07-084 — JUSTIN PETERSON

Request: Special Exception to allow an ADU and Variances in the R-1A zoning district as follows: 1) To validate an existing two-story accessory dwelling unit (ADU) located in front of the principal structure. (UNNECESSARY by BZA) 2) To allow an existing accessory structure (carport) 18 ft. in height in lieu of 15 ft. (DENIED by BZA) 3) To allow a cumulative total of 768 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft. (APPROVED by BZA) 4) To allow a detached carport 1 ft. from the side (east) property line in lieu of 5 ft. (AMENDED TO ALLOW 2.5 FT. IN LIEU OF 5 FT.-APPROVED by BZA) 5) To allow a front setback of 21 ft. in lieu of 25 ft. (APPROVED by BZA)

Decision: Partial Approval

Hearing: The applicant constructed a detached garage without a permit and is also looking to validate the existing ADU on their property. Staff shared photos of the site, the site plan, and gave background on the case.