Orange County — Board of Zoning Adjustment

VA-26-06-044 — Eric Stolpa

Request: Variance in the R-1 zoning district to allow 1,352 cumulative sq. ft. of detached accessory structures in lieu of 1,104.7 sq. ft.

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 criteria and the reasons for a recommendation for denial of the Variance. Staff noted that 3 comments were received in favor and none in opposition to the request. The BZA asked Staff about the setbacks of the structure and allowed cumulative square footage allowance in relation to the developable land area. The applicant was present and discussed the small nature of the lot and the decision to bring the proposal vertical to lessen the structures impact on the lot in terms of lot coverage and open space. The BZA asked the applicant about the location of the septic and drainfield in relation to the home and proposed structure. There was no one in attendance to speak in favor or in opposition to the request. The BZA stated that the request meets all other performance standards and it would not be intrusive nor would it impact nearby properties as the height and setbacks are in compliance with code. The BZA recommended approval of the Variance request by a 7-0 vote, with none absent, subject to the 5 conditions found in the staff report.

Conditions: 1) Development shall be in accordance with the site plan dated March 10, 2026, and elevations dated December 27, 2025, 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).