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Board allows 335‑square‑foot efficiency at East Beardsley with variance
Summary
Elkhart BZA approved a variance to allow a 335‑square‑foot rental unit in a 1973 structure at 933 East Beardsley Avenue, with staff citing growing demand for smaller, walkable housing and adequate parking on site.
The Elkhart Board of Zoning Appeals granted a developmental variance to allow an additional residential unit of 335 square feet at 933 East Beardsley Avenue, where Section 6.2 sets a 750‑square‑foot minimum for dwelling units.
Petitioners Steve and Don McGrath asked the board to recognize an existing basement unit that contains a kitchen area, bathroom and private entrance. Don McGrath said the space was…
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