Zoning board approves multiple variances on setbacks, fences and buffers

Oct 8, 2026

The board approved several variances and setback reductions (fence height/front setback, accessory structure front setback, minor arterial setback, and wetland buffer reductions) after staff presentations and brief public comment; most passed without objection and will be forwarded as recommendations.

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At its Oct. 8 meeting the Santa Rosa County Zoning Board considered a set of variance requests addressing front setbacks, fence height and wetland buffer reductions across several properties. Staff presented each case with aerials and site plans, and applicants explained site constraints such as existing fences, narrow drive access and wetland buffers introduced after recent code changes.

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