Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-26-05-023 — Karys Morgan

Request: Variance in the A-2 zoning district to allow a detached garage in front of the principal structure in lieu of side or rear.

Decision: Approved

Hearing: Staff described the proposal, including the location of the property, the site plan, and photos of the site. Staff provided an analysis of the six (6) criteria and the reasons for a recommendation for approval of the Variance. Staff noted that 1 comment was received in favor and no comments were received in opposition to the request. The applicant and her husband were present and stated they cannot attach the structure to the mobile home due to building safety regulations. There was discussion between the applicant and the BZA regarding the other structures on site and obtaining permits. The applicant explained they have received an agricultural approval by the USDA for the structure in the rear yard. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor or in opposition to the request. The BZA stated they agreed with staff¿s recommendation and discussed the process for the applicant permit the existing improvements and the additional conditions of approval provided by staff. The BZA recommended approval of Variance request by a 5-0 vote, with two absent, subject to the five conditions found in the staff report with the following modifications: 4) Prior to the issuance of a permit for the accessory structure (garage), a permit shall be obtained for the solar panels, or they shall be removed from the property unless the structures are otherwise determined by the county to be exempt from permitting.5) Prior to the issuance of a permit for the accessory structure (garage), a permit shall be obtained for the shed and greenhouse, or they shall be removed from the property unless the structures are otherwise determined by the county to be exempt from permitting.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan date stamped January 26, 2026, 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).