Sandusky zoning board approves four variances, tables one item until April 17

The Sandusky Boards & Commissions on April 3 approved four zoning variances for residential properties and tabled a separate agenda item until the board's April 17 meeting.

Staff told the board the requested variances would allow single-family houses, a corner-lot fence and a lakeside cabana to be built consistent with the surrounding neighborhood, and recommended approval in each case provided applicants obtain all required permits. The board took each item in turn, heard brief public comment on three requests and voted on motions brought by members.

Staff presentation and recommendation Mr. Panas, planning staff, presented each application and concluded that the proposed work would meet other zoning requirements. For the cabana at 1415 Cedar Point Road, planning staff noted that a floodplain development permit and flood insurance are required. For the 528 East Market (Marcus) Street parcel, staff noted nearby new homes had been granted 15-foot front setbacks and said the variance would match that existing pattern.

Public comment and applicant statements Applicants and residents spoke in support of three items. Erwin Hines, speaking…