20,695 decisions across Orange County BZA
Every variance, appeal, and land-use ruling issued by the Orange County Board of Zoning Adjustment, extracted from the official meeting record. Search by case number, street, applicant, or keyword — click any decision to see the full ruling, vote tally, and affected parcels.
- Variance — approvedVA-16-12-161Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-161 — ANDREW BAIR Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to allow a cumulative total of 792 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 640 sq. ft. (25% of living area of main house). (Note: There is an existing 600 sq. ft. garage and an old 100 sq. ft. metal utility shed on the property. The applicant is proposing to replace the metal shed with a new shed cons
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-163Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-12-163 — AERO POINT, LLC Request: Special Exception in the C-1 zoning district to construct a 160 ft. high monopole communications cell tower. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff noted that the application requires no variances, and if the applicant had been able to find another service provider, the Special Exception would not be needed. It was also stated that due to the pr
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-160Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-12-160 — MIGUEL PEREZ Request: Special Exception in the C-1 zoning district to allow a food truck and Variance to allow a 8 ft. x 10 ft. food truck in lieu of a minimum of 7 ft. x 14 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff noted that the variance was needed due to recent changes approved to the Code. Clarcona Ocoee Rd is a major road, and both the subject property and the nei
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-167Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-12-167 — RADIANT LIFE ACADEMY Request: Special Exception in the A-1 zoning district to expand an existing religious/school as follows: 1) Add a two story 13,000 sq. ft. School/Administration Building; and, 2) Increase enrollment from 150 children (Grades K-5) to 400 students in Grades K-12. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief overview of the existing operati
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-09-118Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-09-118 — MADISON LANDING APARTMENTS Request: Variance in the R-3 zoning district to construct two (2) multifamily structures 72 ft. in height in lieu of 35 ft. (Note: The applicant is in the process of amending the future land use designation and zoning of the subject property to allow the multifamily land use. The proposed structures will be used for elderly affordable housing. T
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-165Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-12-165 — ORLANDO KART CENTER Request: Special Exception and Variances in the I-4 zoning district to modify previous Special Exception approval of August 7, 2012 as follows: 1) Special Exception: To construct a 1,730 sq. ft. services building; 2) Special Exception: To add a 50 ft. x 80 ft. metal canopy over viewing area; and 3) Special Exception: To place 41 storage containers c
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-12-153Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-153 — IBRAIN GONZALEZ Request: Variance in the R-1 zoning district to allow a total of 810 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft. (Note: Applicant proposes a new carport of 560 sq. ft. for his boat parking. There is an existing 250 sq. ft. carport on the subject property.) APPROVAL IS DIFFERENT THAN REQUEST Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff ga
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-166Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
SE-16-12-166 — SOUL QUEST CHURCH OF MOTHER EARTH Request: Special Exception in the A-2 zoning district for a religious use facility and Variance to allow unpaved parking spaces in lieu of paved. (Note: The applicant intends to use the property and existing 4,939 sq. ft. residence for religious, charitable and educational purposes). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant prop
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-12-151Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-151 — RYAN MILLER Request: Variances in the R-CE zoning district to construct new single family residence and carport as follows: 1) Single family residence: 5 ft. from the north side property line in lieu of 10 ft.; 2) Carport: To construct carport 3 ft. from south side property line in lieu of 10 ft.. (Note: Applicant proposes to replace existing single family home with a n
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-16-12-162Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-162 — MELANIE FAY Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to construct an attached carport to existing single family residence 3 ft. from the side (east) property line in lieu of 7.5 ft. Decision: Denied
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-12-156Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-156 — KEVIN MCCORD Request: Variances in the A-2 zoning district for accessory uses as follows: 1) To allow a total of 3,428 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 2,000 sq. ft. 2) To validate existing accessory structure at the southwest corner of the site with a 0 ft. side (south) yard setback in lieu of 5 ft. and, 3) To validate same existing accessory str
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-12-169Orange CountyDec 1, 2016
VA-16-12-169 — ERIC OLSON Request: Variances in the R-CE zoning district as follows: 1) To construct screen room onto existing single family residence 8 ft. from the Normal High Water Elevation of Lake Down in lieu of 50 ft. 2) To validate existing substandard parcel with .7 acres of lot area in lieu of 1 acre; 3) To validate existing lot width of 100 ft. at the building line in lieu
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA16-0052Osceola CountyNov 15, 2016
ZMA16-0052 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-11-15 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-11-141Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-11-141 — ROGER DALE HULL, JR. Request: Variances in the R-1A zoning district to allow accessory structure (shed) to remain as follows: 1) 740 sq. ft. in size in lieu of 500 sq. ft. 2) 3 ft. from side (south) property line in lieu of 5 ft.; and 3) Built with materials that are not used for typical single family home construction. (Note: This is a result of code enforcement acti
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-11-144Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
SE-16-11-144 — TROY D. RIVERA Request: Special Exception in the A-2 zoning district to construct detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for applicant's mother. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a presentation showing photographs, the location, and the proposed layout of the ADU. The applicant stated the ADU was for his mother. He and his wife are working parents and need t
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-11-140Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-11-140 — JOSEPH HEMBREE Request: Variance in the RCE-C zoning district to construct addition to existing single family residence (porch with solid roof) 20 ft. from the rear property line in lieu of 25 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a presentation on the case, covering the location, the site plan, and photos. The applicant agreed with the staff report and recom
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-12-149Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-12-149 — HIEN LE Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to allow a 506 sq. ft. accessory building (shed) to remain in lieu of 500 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, and showed photographs and the location. The applicant agreed with the staff report and recommendation. The BZA confirmed the shed was there when the appli
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-11-139Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-11-139 — THOMAS OTTO Request: Variances in the R-1AA zoning district as follows: 1) To construct new single family residence 26 ft. from the Normal High Water Elevation (NHWE) of Lake Tibet Butler in lieu of 35 ft.; and 2) To construct a pool and pool enclosure 9 ft. from the NHWE in lieu of 35 ft. (Note: The applicant proposes to demolish the existing home and rebuilding a n
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-16-10-127Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-10-127 — RAMADAN SEYAM Request: Variances in the C-2 zoning district to allow 4 separate buildings (3 metal structures and 1 masonry building) to remain at 2.77 ft. from the west and east side property lines in lieu of 5 ft. (Note: This is a result of code enforcement action). Decision: Denied Hearing: Staff gave a presentation showing the location, layout, and photograph
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-16-11-143Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-11-143 — CAFE CAOBANA Request: Variances in the C-2 zoning district to permit on-site consumption of beer and wine (2-COP) at a restaurant located within 1,000 ft. of three (3) places of worship as follows: 1) 600 ft. from Iglesia Mas Que Vencedores located at 69 Semoran Blvd. in lieu of 1,000 ft.; 2) 544 ft. from Iglesia Christiana Pentecostal located at 65 Semoran Blvd. in lie
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-08-093Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-08-093 — LOREN MCHENRY Request: Variance in the A-1 zoning district to allow a mobile home on a 1 acre of land in lieu of 2 acres. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a presentation on the case, covering the location, the site plan, and history of violations. Code Enforcement confirmed they inspected the property on October 28, 2016 and the violations were corrected, an
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-09-117Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-09-117 — KEVIN COSTIN Request: Variance in the P-D zoning district to construct an addition to existing single family residence 27 ft. from the rear (west) property line in lieu of 35 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant's family is increasing and he is proposing a bedroom addition. The addition will encroach into the rear yard setback by 5 ft. leaving a 30 ft. rear
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-11-142Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
SE-16-11-142 — MICHAEL BLAIR Request: Special Exception in the A-2 zoning district to allow a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for applicant's daughter. (Note: Applicant proposes a 1,445 sq. ft. manufactured home on the property for his daughter and her family). Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a presentation showing photographs and the location, and size of the lot
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-11-147Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
SE-16-11-147 — DIANE ARIAS Request: Special Exception and Variances in the R-CE zoning district as follows: 1) Special Exception: To convert existing accessory building into a detached Accessory Dwelling Unit for applicant's son; 2) Variance to permit a detached ADU to be located in front of the principal structure in lieu of side or rear; 3) Variance to validate a total of 2,500 s
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-11-148Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
SE-16-11-148 — REHOBOTH EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCH Request: Special Exception and Variances in the C-1, C-2, and R-2 zoning districts as follows: 1) Special Exception to construct a religious use facility institution with approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of floor area and seating for up to 150 members; 2) Variance to allow partial grassed parking in lieu of paved; 3) Variance to allow
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-11-145Orange CountyNov 3, 2016
VA-16-11-145 — RICCY CARABEO Request: Variances in the A-2 zoning district as follows: 1) To construct single family residence on lot with 92 ft. of width in lieu of 100 ft.; and, 2) To allow a side street setback (north) of 12 ft. in lieu of 15 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, and showed photographs and the location. The applica
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA16-0051Osceola CountyNov 1, 2016
ZMA16-0051 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-11-01 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA16-0050Osceola CountyOct 24, 2016
ZMA16-0050 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-10-24 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - OtherCPA16-0009Osceola CountyOct 18, 2016
CPA16-0009 Type: Comprehensive Plan — Comprehensive Plan Amendment Filed: 2016-10-18 Status: BCC Source: Osceola County CPA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - OtherZMA16-0049Osceola CountyOct 18, 2016
ZMA16-0049 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-10-18 Status: SUFFICIE Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-128Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-128 — KHALDOUN MAMLOUK Request: Variances in the R-T-2 zoning district to allow existing fences to remain as follows: 1) 8 ft. in height along the front and side property lines in lieu of 4 ft.; 2) 10 ft. in height along the rear property line in lieu of 8 ft.; and, 3) To allow more than 50% fence opacity for fences on vacant properties. (Note: The site is the former no
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-15-04-041Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
SE-15-04-041 — Morris Family Trust Request: Special Exception in the A-2 zoning district to construct an attached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to existing residence for family use. (Note: The ADU will contain 1,256 sq. ft.) N.B. Spoke to Applicant 12/21/15. They do NOT wish to expand the building footprint as approved by BZA. They now want to contain the ADU within the EXISTING home
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-02-10-074Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
SE-02-10-074 — University Presbyterian Church Request: Special Exception in R-CE and R-1 zones to expand existing religious, educational and recreational use facility and Variances as follows: 1. Classroom building to be 40 ft. in height in lieu of 35 ft.; 2. Sanctuary building to be 45 ft. in height in lieu of 35 ft.; 3. Multi-purpose building to be 45 ft. in height in lieu of
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-137Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-137 — TOBY BEST FOR HOMES IN PARTNERSHIP, INC. Request: Variances in the A-1 zoning district to construct a single family residence as follows: 1) Lot width of 50 ft. in lieu of 100 ft.; 2) Lot area of 9,050 sq. ft. in lieu of 21,780 sq. ft.; and, 3) Side setbacks of 6 ft. on both sides in lieu of 10 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff noted that research showe
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-138Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-138 — EVAN LANDIS Request: Variance in the R-1AA zoning district to remove existing non-conforming aluminum screened porch and replace it with a wood frame porch 43 ft. from the NHWE line of Lake Jennie Jewel in lieu of 50 ft. (Note: The existing house was constructed prior to the adoption of the NHWE rules). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant proposes to remove
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-132Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-132 — MARK G. RYAN Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to construct a total of 910 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft. (Note: This is the result of code enforcement action. The applicant submitted five (5) letters of support from neighbors). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant was cited by the Code Enforcement Division for c
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-130Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-130 — IGLESIA CRISTIANA PRIMER AMOR Request: Variance in the C-2 zoning district to permit unpaved driving aisles and 15 grassed parking spaces in lieu of paved parking. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, covering the location, the site plan, modifications to the site, and photos. The applicant agreed with the staff report and condi
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-135Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-135 — VICTOR PALULIS Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to permit a 6 ft. high fence within the front yard in lieu of 4 ft. (Note: The fence was in place at the time the applicant purchased the property. The applicant replaced the fence which was in disrepair with new PVC fencing. The work was performed without a building permit. This is the result of code enforce
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-131Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-131 — JON NADLER Request: Variances in the R-1A zoning district to construct detached garage as follows: 1) In the front yard in lieu of the side or rear yards; and, 2) 977 sq. ft. of area in lieu of 634 sq. ft. (25% of home's living area). (Note: There is an existing 464 sq. ft. carport on the subject property located in front of the principal structure. Applicant propose
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-136Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-136 — PAUL WILLIAMSON Request: Variance in the R-1A zoning district to construct a single family residence on a lot size of 6,676 sq. ft. in lieu of 7,500 sq. ft. (Part of property was taken to widen Clarcona Ocoee Rd.). Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, and showed photographs and the location. The applicant was not present. The B
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-10-133Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
SE-16-10-133 — IGLESIA PENTACOSTAL UNA MIRADA DE FE Request: Special Exception and Variance in the A-2 zoning district as follows: 1) Special Exception: To construct a 3,000 sq. ft. religious use facility (sanctuary) to accommodate up to 150 members; and, 2) Variance to permit grassed parking and driving aisle in lieu of paved. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant is pr
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-121Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-121 — EVANGELINA MALDONADO Request: Variances in the R-T-1 zoning district as follows: 1) To permit a total of 564 sq. ft. of accessory structure floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft.; 2) To permit an existing accessory structure to remain three (3) ft. from the side (east) property line in lieu of five (5) ft.; 3) To permit a separation distance between two accessory struct
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-126Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-126 — DANA BROWN Request: Variances in the P-D zoning district to construct additions to single family residence as follows: 1) 7 ft. from the side (east) property line in lieu of 10 ft.; and, 2) 4 ft. from the rear (south) property line in lieu of 10 ft. (Note: This project is a zero lot line development. This allows one wall of the home to be 0 ft. from one side lot line
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-124Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-124 — FRANCISCO MONTOYA Request: Variance in the R-1 zoning district to permit an accessory structure with up to 744 sq. ft. of floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, covering the location, the site plan, and photos. The BZA asked why the additional square footage was needed. The applicant stated that
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-16-10-125Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
VA-16-10-125 — FRANKLIN MUNOZ Request: Variances in the R-1A zoning district to construct single family residence on substandard lot as follows: 1) 50 ft. of lot width in lieu of 75 ft.; and, 2) 7,000 sq. ft. of lot area in lieu of 7,500 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation on the case, and showed photographs and the location, and discussed pho
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-10-129Orange CountyOct 6, 2016
SE-16-10-129 — CARMEN J. VELASQUEZ Request: Special Exception and Variance in the R-1 zoning district as follows: 1) Special Exception for an attached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for applicant's father; and, 2) Variance to allow an ADU with 927 sq. ft. of floor area in lieu of 711 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff gave a brief presentation showing photographs and th
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA16-0047Osceola CountyOct 3, 2016
ZMA16-0047 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-10-03 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA16-0048Osceola CountyOct 3, 2016
ZMA16-0048 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 2016-10-03 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County ZMA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-16-12-154Orange CountySep 30, 2016
SE-16-12-154 — Paola Rodriguez Request: "Special Exception in the R-1 zoning district to allow an existing detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to remain. Decision: Approved Hearing: "Staff explained that the application was the result of code enforcement. The applicant had purchased the property with tenants living in the two accessory buildings. They were not residing on the
View decision → - Ordinance — passedCPA16-0008Osceola CountySep 23, 2016
CPA16-0008 Type: Comprehensive Plan — Comprehensive Plan Amendment Filed: 2016-09-23 Status: Approved Source: Osceola County CPA. Narrative summary not published in the open-data feed; see county portal for full case detail.
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