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Jefferson County board approves modified variance for large accessory structure on Rockdale Road
Summary
The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a variance allowing an accessory structure larger than zoning permits on a 0.7-acre lot on Rockdale Road, modifying the applicant—s requested setback to 15 feet from the right-of-way.
The Jefferson County Board of Zoning Adjustment approved a modified variance for a proposed accessory structure at a property on Rockdale Road, granting a reduced setback but rejecting the applicant—s full requested reduction.
Staff presented Case No. A250008 on behalf of property owners Audra and Richard Williams, saying the applicants sought permission to build an additional 2,100-square-foot accessory structure in addition to an existing 288-square-foot accessory structure on a 0.7-acre lot in R-1 zoning. The county zoning resolution limits combined accessory structures on such properties to 1,200 square feet and requires a 35-foot setback from the Rockdale Road right-of-way.
The staff presenter recommended approval with modification: a 15-foot setback from Rockdale Road instead of the 10-foot setback the applicants requested. The presenter noted a concurrent subdivision case (S250017) that would combine parcels and said roads and transportation staff were agreeable to a 15-foot setback.
No members of the public spoke for or against the request during the public hearing. After a brief board discussion with no further questions for staff, a board member moved to approve the variance with the recommended modification; another board member seconded the motion. The board voted in favor, and the motion passed. The board instructed staff to issue a written decision within 10 days, and the applicants were told that zoning approvals can be issued immediately at Room B200 once applicable requirements are met.
The variance authorizes the larger accessory structure to be sited with a 15-foot setback from Rockdale Road in lieu of the 35-foot requirement; other zoning limits remain in effect. The record notes that anyone disagreeing with the board—s decision has 15 days to file an appeal in circuit court and that septic or sewer connections would involve the Jefferson County Environmental Services Department if applicable.
The board—s written decision will document the modification and any conditions; staff said it will be issued within 10 days.
