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ZBA signals high bar for 6‑unit use variance at 100 North Hamilton; applicant told to provide financial hardship evidence

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An applicant seeking a use variance to build six rental units at 100 North Hamilton was told at the May 13 Zoning Board meeting that the new zoning code makes a use variance a difficult standard to clear. The board asked for a block‑level land‑use survey and formal financial hardship documentation before the next hearing.

The Zoning Board of Appeals on May 13 heard an initial presentation for a proposed six‑unit multiple dwelling at 100 North Hamilton Street and told the applicant a use variance under the city’s new zoning code will be difficult without stronger justification.

Engineer Mike Duvall told the board the existing property contains a former commercial structure and the project would demolish that building and construct six two‑bedroom units. He…

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