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.
- Rezoning — approvedZMA00-0008Osceola CountyDec 28, 1999
ZMA00-0008 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 1999-12-28 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 — approvedZMA00-0007Osceola CountyDec 7, 1999
ZMA00-0007 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 1999-12-07 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-99-12-010Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-010 — Jimmie Lee Scott Request: Variance in A-1 zone to erect a single family residence on a substandard lot as follows: 1. lot width of 60 ft. in lieu of 100 ft.; 2. minimum lot area of 8,181 sq. ft. in lieu of 21,780 (1/2 acre). Decision: Approved Hearing: The property is located in an older, established subdivision that carries the A-1agricultural zoning district.
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-12-004Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-004 — Michael D. & Charlene J. Cassara Request: Variance in P-D zone to erect addition (screen room with shingle roof) to single family residence 20 ft. from rear (north) property line in lieu of 25 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The request is to add a 15' x 30' screened porch with a shingled roof onto the back of the house, located in Hunter's Creek. The backyard abut
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-005Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-005 — Desert Star Arena, Inc. Request: Special Exception in A-1 zone for outdoor recreational use (riding lessons, rodeo, horse shows, youth programs, professional demonstrations, youth competitions). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to operate outdoor rodeo related activities. The proposed uses are geared towards children. The site is large enough to acc
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-011Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-011 — Ryland Homes - December 2, 1999 Request: Special Exception in A-2 zone to allow an off-site project identification sign (proposed sign located approximately 150 ft. east of proposed subdivision). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants a project identification sign for his new subdivision which is under construction. The size of the sign meets code. Typica
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-12-001Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-001 — Victoria E. De Torres - December 2, 1999 Request: Variance in R-CE zone to erect swimming pool, pool deck and pool enclosure 25 ft. from normal high water elevation of Lake Butler canal in lieu of 50 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: Staff of the Zoning and Environmental Protection Divisions inspected the property in conjunction with this variance request. Staff dete
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-008Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-008 — Kish Pathare Request: Special Exception in R-2 zone for an assisted living facility (maximum 150 elderly clients). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant is proposing an assisted living facility for up to 150 dementia patients. Staff informed the BZA the proposed use was less intense than a multifamily project, which this site is zoned for. The BZA felt the pro
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-12-012Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-012 — Barbara Frisz Request: Variance in R-CE zone to erect accessory building (garage) as follows: 1. 17 ft. in height in lieu of 15 ft.; 2. to be located in front of principal residence. Decision: Approved Hearing: The property is large in size (four acres), but it is elongated or "bowling alley" shaped. The applicant's house sits in the middle of the property, mor
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-013Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-013 — American Tower Corp. Request: Special Exception in A-R zone to erect a 1,600 ft. guyed communication tower and to expand existing equipment building to 11,000 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: "The Staff Report is located on pages ----. In summary, there have been several public hearings regarding this proposed DTV tower, located in the Christmas area. During th
View decision → - Variance — deniedSE-99-12-007Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-007 — John & Cicely Poleon Request: Special Exception in R-1 zone for children's day care center (up to 14 children). Decision: Denied Hearing: The applicant wants to convert an existing residence into a child day care center for up to 14 children. Staff presented its report. Staff could not support the request because the site is too small to accommodate drop-offs/pick
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-99-12-003Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-003 — Robert L. Raley Request: "Variance in R-CE zone to erect a single family residence on a substandard lot as follows: 1. lot width of 50 ft. in lieu of 130 ft.; 2. minimum lot area of 6,000 sq. ft. in lieu of one acre." Decision: Denied Hearing: "The property is in the Orange Center subdivision. The applicant wants to construct a home on two (2) combined lots (50
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-014Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-014 — Christmas Recreational Storage - December 2, 1999 Request: Special Exception in A-2 zone for outdoor vehicle storage (recreational vehicles, campers, boats, trailers, etc.). Decision: Approved Hearing: "The applicant is proposing an outdoor storage yard for operable recreational-type vehicles. The site is not visible from East Colonial Drive or the Christmas Park s
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-99-12-009Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-009 — Count House Sports Bar Request: Variance in C-1 zone to allow on-site alcoholic beverage consumption (beer and wine) 790 ft. from a school (Oakridge High School) in lieu of 1,000 ft. Decision: Denied Hearing: Staff did not recommend approval of this request. Staff pointed out that requests to deviate from this regulation have only been approved when the applicant i
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-12-006Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
VA-99-12-006 — It'Za Pizza & Italian Café Request: Variance in C-1 zone to allow onn-site alcoholic beverage consumption (beer and wine) 750 ft. from a church (Lockhart Methodist Church) in lieu of 1,000 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to serve beer and wine at her restaurant with meals. She spoke to the church representative who was most affected and she stat
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-015Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-015 — Clifford W. & Victoria L. Smith Request: Special Exception in R-1AA zone for an attached accessory dwelling unit (for applicant's mother) and Variance to construct accessory dwelling unit 5 ft. from side (north) property line in lieu of 7.5 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The Staff Report and recommendation is located on pages ----. The applicant addressed the BZA
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-12-002Orange CountyDec 2, 1999
SE-99-12-002 — John D. Heaton Request: Special Exception in R-1AA zone for attached living quarters for guests and relatives, to include secondary kitchen facilities. Decision: Approved Hearing: The property is in the Bay Hill subdivision. The applicant is building a large home with a primary kitchen and a secondary kitchen. The secondary kitchen is for relatives and guests. It
View decision → - Rezoning — approvedZMA00-0004Osceola CountyNov 23, 1999
ZMA00-0004 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 1999-11-23 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 — approvedZMA00-0003Osceola CountyNov 17, 1999
ZMA00-0003 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 1999-11-17 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 — approvedZMA00-0001Osceola CountyNov 11, 1999
ZMA00-0001 Type: Zoning Map Amendment Filed: 1999-11-11 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 — deniedVA-99-11-003Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-003 — Don Bell Industries, Inc. Request: RAISE EXISTING PYLON SIGN (30 FT TO 40 FT) Decision: Denied
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-011Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-011 — Daniel T. Stanton Request: Special Exception in R-1 zone for guest cottage/accessory building and Variances as follows: 1. accessory building in front of principal building in lieu of rear; 2. 1,200 sq. ft. in floor area in lieu of 500 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to construct a 1,200 sq. ft. building to store his boat, vehicles and equ
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-11-002Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-002 — Mack & Debbie Ruiz Request: Variance in R-1AA zone to erect addition (office) 25 ft. from rear (north) property line in lieu of 35 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The site is located in the Silver Woods subdivision. The applicant wants to enclose a portion of her existing covered patio and use it as a home office. Staff informed the BZA 15 other lots in this proje
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-008Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-008 — Joseph A. Shirer Request: Special Exception in A-1 zone to operate wood chipping machinery for commercial purposes. (Note: Wood chipper to be housed in a barn and permitted for personal use only.) Decision: Approved Hearing: A woodchipper/shaving mill is permitted in this zoning district (A-1) for personal use only. A Special Exception is required if the wood chip
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-020Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-020 — Eatonville Church of God in Christ Request: Special Exception in R-3 zone to expand church use to include the following: 1. gymnasium building; 2. day care center; 3. elementary school (grades K-8 with academic curriculum). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to construct a two (2) story gymnasium on the property. Staff expressed concerns about th
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-013Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-013 — Russell A. Birkett, Sr. Request: Special Exception in R-CE zone for a plant nursery. (Note: Sale of property pending.) Decision: Approved Hearing: The Staff Report is located on pages ----. There was no public opposition to this request. The current owner and the prospective new owner were in agreement with the conditions of Special Exception approval.
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-15-07-054Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-15-07-054 — Christian Family Worship Center Request: Special Exception and Variance in the R-1 and R-1A zoning districts to permit the operation of an outdoor recreational facility in conjunction with a religious facility as follows: 1) Special Exception: To construct small golf course consisting of six golf holes, putting green for instructional training, and a modular building for gol
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-11-009Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-009 — Steve May Request: Variance in R-1 zone to allow 1,500 sq. ft. accessory building to remain in lieu of 500 sq. ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The variance was filed as a result of a violation issued by the Code Enforcement Division. The applicant stated the building is used as a storage and work area for his son's automobile racing hobby. He agreed to obtain the
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-019Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-019 — George & Patricia Lewis Request: Special Exception in R-CE zone for a guest cottage/accessory building containing 1,570 sq. ft. and Variance to allow up to 21 ft. in height in lieu of 15 ft. (Note: guest cottage = 320 sq. ft.; carport garage = 1,250 sq. ft.) Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant needs a Special Exception for his guest quarters. The accessory b
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-11-016Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-016 — Walter Willet Request: Variance in P-D zone to erect addition (screened room) to single family residence 8 ft. from rear (northwesterly) property line in lieu of 15 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The request is for a 15' x 30' screened room addtion onto the back of a house in the Cypress Springs Subdivision. The rear yard abuts a retention pond. The request is co
View decision → - Other11/4/1999 #12Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
11/4/1999 #12 — CHILDREN & ADOLESCENT TREATMENT SERVICES/MICHAEL SCHLUETER - NOVEMBER 4, 1999 Request: (SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 9-22-29 Tract Size: 2.3 acres Decision: Partial Approval Hearing: The Staff Report is located on pages -----. There was no public opposition to this request.
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-015Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-015 — Centro De La Familia Cristiana Request: Special Exception in R-1 zone to expand church use to include two modular office units (for office use only). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to add two (2) modular buildings adjacent to the existing church. He agreed to remove the buildings in five (5) years. The BZA questioned the applicant about loud music
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-11-018Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-018 — Mollie P. Jessup Request: Variance in R-1A zone to erect addition (covered porch) 20 ft. from front (east) property line in lieu of 25 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The residence is an older home located in the Dubsdread area. There is no room in back of the house for expansion due to the location of the septic tank and drainfield. The applicant needs additional
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-007Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-007 — Doris G. Hardnett Request: Special Exception in A-1 zone for children's day care center. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to convert a single family residence into a child day care center for up to 25 kids. Staff informed the BZA the site was large enough to accommodate play areas, parking, buffers and driving areas. The BZA agreed. There was no op
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-012Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-012 — Children & Adolescent Treatment Services/Michael Schlueter - November 4, 1999 Request: Special Exception in I-2 zone for juvenile residential group home. Decision: Approved Hearing: The Staff Report is located on pages -----. There was no public opposition to this request.
View decision → - Variance — deniedSE-99-11-005Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-005 — Bellsouth Mobility, Inc. - November 4, 1999 Request: Special Exception in A-1 zone to erect 204 ft. tall single use monopole communication tower. Decision: Denied Hearing: See synopsis for BZA public hearing #4 (BellSouth NWOCIA site) for information on this hearing.
View decision → - Other11/4/1999 #04Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
11/4/1999 #04 — JOHNNY & DARCH BREWER - NOVEMBER 4, 1999 Request: RELOCATING A NON-CONFORMING PRODUCE STAND Decision: Denied Hearing: Denied
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-11-014Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
VA-99-11-014 — Josseline Paul Request: Variance in P-D zone to erect addition (living room) 9.5 ft. from rear (north) property line in lieu of 15 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The property is located in Meadow Woods. The applicant started construction withouth a building permit and was cited by the Building Division. The rear yard, where the addition is proposed, abuts a golf
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-11-010Orange CountyNov 4, 1999
SE-99-11-010 — House of Bethel Ministries - November 4, 1999 Request: Special Exception in R-1 zone to expand existing church use to include fellowship hall building. Decision: Approved Hearing: At the BZA hearing, no representatives of adjacent properties appeared in favor or in opposition to the request. The applicant held a community meeting on October 22, 1999, and seven (7)
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-10-003Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
SE-99-10-003 — Judy A. Vanwinkle - October 7, 1999 Request: Special Exception in R-CE zone for an outdoor recreational area (one [1] practice field to be used for little baseball); Decision: Approved Hearing: "The applicant is seeking zoning approval to use the baseball field in his rear yard for organized little league practices. The applicant coaches a team and uses the field f
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-10-014Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
VA-99-10-014 — Wayne C. Treat - October 7, 1999 Request: Variance in R-L-D zone to erect addition (screened room) to single family residence 12 ft. from rear (south) property line in lieu of 15 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: This request is for an 8' x 18' screened room addition onto the rear of the house, located in River's Pointe subdivision. The variance requested is very min
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-10-019Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
VA-99-10-019 — Michael W. and Donna S. Paulette Request: Variance in R-2 zone to enclose existing carport 21 ft. from front (south) property line in lieu of 25 ft. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant wants to convert her carport in her front yard into a new family room. Staff advised the BZA that there would still be approximately 36 feet from the front of the home to the p
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-10-022Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
SE-99-10-022 — Charles E. Davis Request: Special Exception in a R-3 zone to provide employee parking area in conjunction with a commercial business to the north. Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant is currently operating a parking lot for his employees. The employee parking lot is used in conjunction with a boat shipping business to the north. Staff gave the BZA a brief h
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-10-015Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
VA-99-10-015 — Carnevale D'Amalfi Italian Restaurant Request: Variance in C-1 zone to allow alcoholic beverage license (2COP: beer and wine on-premise consumption) 695 ft. in lieu of 1,000 ft. of a school (Union Park Middle School at 1844 Westfall Drive). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant stated this is a family-operated business. They want to serve the beer and wine for
View decision → - Other10/7/1999 #04Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
10/7/1999 #04 — Islamic Society of Greater Orlando Decision: Partial Approval
View decision → - Other10/7/1999 #01Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
10/7/1999 #01 — Pedia Swim Academy, Inc. Request: Special Exception in R-CE zone for private recreational facility (indoor swimming pool for children and infants; swimming lessons to be offered). Decision: Partial Approval Hearing: The applicant is currently operating her infant swimming school at the Bay Hill Baptist Church located at the southwest corner of Conroy Road and Apopk
View decision → - Variance — approvedVA-99-10-007Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
VA-99-10-007 — Joseph Linartas Request: Variance in R-CE zone to erect accessory building as follows: 1. 2,056 sq. ft. in lieu of 2,000 sq. ft.; 2. 27 ft. (2-story) in height in lieu of 15 ft. (1-story). Decision: Approved Hearing: The applicant is proposing a two-story accessory building for storage purposes. The site is heavily vegetated as are the adjacent sites. Staff fe
View decision → - Variance — deniedVA-99-10-005Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
VA-99-10-005 — Costco Wholesale Request: Variance in P-D zone to allow alcoholic package sales 2,112 ft. in lieu of 5,000 ft. from another alcoholic package sales business to the north. Decision: Denied Hearing: The request is for beer, wine, and liquor package sales (no on-site consumption) for Costco, currently under construction on-site. The site is located in the Sky Lake Sou
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-10-023Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
SE-99-10-023 — Rio Grand Congregation of Jehovah's Witness Request: Special Exception in R-3 zone for church use. Decision: Approved Hearing: The site is currently vacant. The uses surrounding the site are multi-family residential, except for the east side, which is vacant. R-3 zoning is located in all directions around this site. The previously approved 1994 site plan was more
View decision → - Variance — approvedSE-99-10-016Orange CountyOct 7, 1999
SE-99-10-016 — Charles L. Cooper Request: Special Exception in R-1AA zone for a guest cottage. Decision: Approved Hearing: The Coopers have a detached garage that they want to add on to and convert to a guest cottage. With the addition, the total size will be just under 500 square feet; this meets the size limitation specified by Code for guest cottages. It will consist of one b
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