Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-18-05-035 — ROBIN WALDON

Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to allow construction of a knee-wall and CBS support pillars for a screen room 15 ft. from the rear (north) property line in lieu of 30 ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff explained the history of the site, including the year the house was constructed, 1979, and that some type of porch was in the location of the current porch since at least 1991. The applicant purchased the home in 1994, and indicated that what is currently in place was there when they purchased the property. As such, this is not a self-imposed hardship. They wish to keep that which they purchased. Staff also clarified that this case is not the result of code enforcement action. The applicant discovered that the porch was unpermitted while attempting to obtain permits to repair the porch after last years storms. Staff noted that the three most impacted homeowners, plus one other neighbor supported the request. No correspondence in opposition had been submitted. The applicant indicated there agreement with the staff recommendation and conditions. There being no one present to speak for or against the request. The public hearing was closed. The BZA found that the application met the criteria for granting a variance. A motion to recommend approval was unanimously approved.