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Commissioners approve front-setback variance for property near school on Tax Map 071 Parcel 136
Summary
The board granted a variance to reduce the front building setback to 20 feet for a residential parcel to allow a larger usable backyard; staff noted similar variances had been granted along the road.
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a variance to reduce the front building setback to 20 feet from the front property line for property at Tax Map 071, Parcel 136.
Commissioner Allen moved to approve the variance subject to the condition enumerated in the March 6, 2025 planning commission report; the motion was seconded and carried. The chair asked for a roll call and announced “Motion carries.”
Planning staff explained the parcel’s current required setback is 55 feet from the center line and that pulling the house 10 feet closer to the road would allow a more usable backyard. Staff told commissioners that similar setbacks had been granted to neighboring parcels along the same stretch of road and recommended approval.
Why it matters: The variance follows a pattern of approvals along this road and affects the property owner’s ability to site a home with a practical backyard while remaining subject to the condition listed in the planning commission packet.
