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Commission approves 14‑foot alley setback for garage at 1146 Kansas NE; long‑term parking clause removed
Summary
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a detached garage 14 feet from the east property line at 1146 Kansas NE where the code requires 20 feet for alley‑facing garage doors. The commission removed a proposed long‑term parking restriction after discussion about enforceability.
The Huron City Commission, acting as the Board of Adjustment on Aug. 25, approved a variance permitting a detached garage at 1146 Kansas Northeast to be built 14 feet from the east property line where the code requires 20 feet when garage doors face the alley.
City planner Barry Cranston explained the variance is sought because the owners want to attach or enlarge the garage and allow occasional entrance/exit to and from the alley. He said the hearing examiner suggested a condition discouraging long‑term parking in the alley entrance area "to accommodate the snow," but commissioners debated how enforceable that condition would be.
Commissioners asked about door configuration and snow removal. Cranston said the owners told the hearing examiner they intend to enter primarily from the driveway and use the alley only when needed. After discussion about enforcement, a commissioner amended the motion to approve the 14‑foot setback without the long‑term parking clause. The motion carried on roll call; staff and the hearing examiner had recommended approval.
