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La Crosse board defers decision on front-yard setback variance at 2546 Seventh Street South

5379144 · June 17, 2025
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Summary

At the June 17, 2025 meeting, the Board of Zoning Appeals deferred action on a requested front-yard setback variance for 2546 Seventh Street South, citing the need for a full five-member board and further review. Staff had recommended denial, saying legal standards for a variance were not met.

The La Crosse Board of Zoning Appeals on June 17 deferred action on an appeal to reduce the required 25-foot front-yard setback at 2546 Seventh Street South after hearing testimony from the applicant and neighbors.

Building and Inspections staff told the board that the municipal code requires a 25-foot front yard in the residence district and that this property would need a 14.5-foot variance to proceed as proposed. Staff recommended denying the variance, saying the property can continue to be used as a single-family dwelling without the…

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