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Norton BZA approves variance to allow 1,500‑sq.‑ft. pole barn at 3400 Hemphill Road
Summary
The Board approved a variance increasing the maximum accessory building area from 1,280 to 1,500 square feet for Joshua Stover's property at 3400 Hemphill Road; board asked that the approval state the approved square footage and refer to submitted drawings for building department use.
The Norton Board of Zoning and Building Appeals on July 15 approved a variance permitting a 1,500‑square‑foot pole barn at 3400 Hemphill Road, exceeding the ordinance allowance of 1,280 square feet by 220 square feet.
Zoning staff told the board the proposed building would exceed the codified ordinance's maximum square footage for accessory structures but would meet side and rear lot‑line setbacks. Joshua Stover, the applicant, said he had discussed the plans with neighbors, removed a dilapidated chicken coop from the site, and planned earth‑tone exterior materials so the building would blend with surrounding property. Stover told the board he intends to use the structure for a batting cage, wrestling mats and storage for yard equipment.
Board members asked follow‑up questions about distance from the house and prior structures. Stover said the proposed barn would sit about 60 yards behind the house and that he had removed the old coop. A board member and staff asked that any approval identify the exact square footage granted and reference the submitted drawings so the Building Department knows what the variance allows; a motion to approve included that detail.
No members of the public spoke for or against the application during the hearing. The motion to approve the variance carried on a unanimous roll call.
Votes at a glance: BZA A9‑2025 (3400 Hemphill Road) — approved to permit 1,500 sq. ft.; roll call: Smith, Mullins, Williams, Pekarik, Swidenko (all yes).
