Summary
A family of six wants to replace a one-bay garage with a two-bay garage plus living space above, requiring a four-foot encroachment into the ten-foot side setback on a narrow 1940s-era lot. The board found the home's vintage layout creates a genuine hardship and that the addition fits the neighborhood.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Feb 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The family funds the addition privately; no public cost is involved.
The Brown family gets safe off-street parking and more living space, and neighbors see an upgraded property.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Feb 2, 2026
A family of six wants to replace a one-bay garage with a two-bay garage plus living space above, requiring a four-foot encroachment into the ten-foot side setback on a narrow 1940s-era lot. The board found the home's vintage layout creates a genuine hardship and that the addition fits the neighborhood.
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Jan 5, 2026
Samuel and Cassie Brown want to add a garage that would stick about 2.5 feet into the 10-foot side setback. The board was scheduled to hold a public hearing on whether the variance should be granted under Article 3.3.2 of the Zoning Regulations.
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