Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-19-03-001 — ROXANNE POILLION

Request: Variances in the A-2 zoning district as follows: 1) To allow an existing residence 24 ft. from the front property line in lieu of 35 ft 2) To allow an addition 26 ft. from the front property line in lieu of 35 ft. 3) To allow a detached garage 23 ft. from the front property line in lieu of 35 ft. 4) To allow a side (southern) setback of 4 ft. in lieu of 5 ft.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff also noted that there was typographical error in the legal notice indicating that the property was zoned A-2, though it is actually zoned A-1. However, due to the fact that the dimensional requirements for both zoning districts are identical, it was determined that the application could proceed without readvertising. Staff noted that though the lot was over two (2) acres in size, only just over 1/4 of the lot was actually usable, as the remainder was submerged. The applicant intends to construct the addition, which meets the side and rear setbacks, to match the front building line. Once that addition is complete, they will rebuild the existing portion of the home to create a more functional and modern floor plan. The garage could not be located to the rear of the residence, as it would need a variance to the rear setback to the Normal High Water Elevation. It would also reduce the amount of open usable rear yard available to this growing family. Staff concluded by noting that they had not received any correspondence in favor or opposition to the request. The applicant indicated their 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 concluded that the applicant was not responsible for the location of the existing home, and that the size of lot precluded locating the garage or the addition in any other location. A motion to recommend approval of the requested variances was adopted by a unanimous vote, with one (1) abstention due to the fact that they were not present for the discussion.