Board continues then approves gazebo setback variance after neighbors clarify concerns

Jun 24, 2025

A variance for a gazebo at Mount Zion Baptist Church (2001 Sykes/Sikes Avenue as presented) was continued briefly while staff and the applicant clarified neighbor concerns; after neighbors confirmed the gazebo would not affect their lots, the board approved the variances.

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The Seminole County Board of Adjustment heard a request from Mount Zion Baptist Church for two side-yard setback variances for a gazebo constructed on the church property. The item was briefly continued so staff could clarify how the proposed structure related to adjacent parcels; after the applicant and neighbors discussed the matter, the board approved the variances.

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