Commission approves first reading of Rice Lake setback variance; split vote

Apr 1, 2025

Ward County commissioners approved a variance for Larry and Tami Spiros to reduce front and side yard setbacks at Rice Lake at first reading, citing topography and raised water levels as hardship; Chair Fjeldahl voted no. Second reading set for April 25, 2025.

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Ward County commissioners voted on April 1 to approve at first reading a variance application by Larry and Tami Spiros for Lot 17, Block 2, Sandy Beach Addition at Rice Lake. The applicants requested a 16-foot variance to allow a 2-foot front-yard setback (lakefront) and a 1-foot reduction to a 5-foot side-yard setback.

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