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Board approves use variance for detached accessory dwelling at 1746 E. Beardsley Ave.
Summary
The board granted a use variance permitting a 740-square-foot detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at 1746 East Beardsley Avenue, subject to conditions including a deed restriction requiring owner-occupancy of the primary structure and removal of one shed.
The Elkhart City Board of Zoning Appeals approved a use variance that allows a detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the lot at 1746 East Beardsley Avenue.
Petitioner Nicole Hogan Dorbler requested multiple variances to permit a 740-square-foot ADU, exceed accessory-structure area limits, and allow a total of four accessory buildings where the ordinance permits two. Staff described the R2 single-family district as not permitting accessory dwelling units and recommended approval with conditions, noting the city is drafting a Unified Development Ordinance that would list ADUs as a special exception with conditions.
The staff report said the parcel currently contains…
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