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Board grants front‑yard setback variance for Tahoe area garage; staff cites steep topography and traffic safety
Summary
The Washoe County Board of Adjustment voted July 3 to allow a front yard setback reduction from 30 to 14 feet so the Lisonbee Hayden Family Trust can build a two‑car detached garage with living space below; staff said the steep front‑lot slope and traffic access on State Route 28 supported the finding of hardship.
The Washoe County Board of Adjustment on July 3 approved a variance reducing the front‑yard setback from 30 feet to 14 feet for a property near State Route 28 so the owner may construct a detached two‑car garage with living space below and bring part of the existing residence into conformance.
Senior planner Julie Olander presented the request and said staff was able to make the required variance findings largely on the basis of exceptional topography. Olander described the parcel as approximately 140 feet wide and said the front portion of the lot has slopes near 20…
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