Zoning commission backs 20-foot minimum roadway setback for A‑1 lots; R‑1 remains unchanged
Staff said the zoning commission recommended raising the A‑1 alternative roadway setback from 10 to 20 feet, leaving R‑1 alternative setbacks intact; the county engineer reportedly supported the 20-foot minimum for A‑1 due to rural-road safety and drainage concerns.
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At the Sept. 28 work session, staff told the Board of Adjustments the zoning commission had recommended distinguishing A‑1 and R‑1 alternative-road setbacks, moving A‑1 to a 20-foot minimum while leaving R‑1 alternatives unchanged. The staff member said the county engineer supported the 20-foot proposal for A‑1 lots because rural roads often have higher speed, drainage, and visibility concerns.
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