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Tobin seeks variance for 10x16 shed that fronts his house; ZBA accepts application and schedules hearing
Summary
Attorney Kyle Barna presented a variance request for a 10‑by‑16 accessory shed that sits in front of the principal residence on a deeply set‑back lot; the board accepted the application, classified it as a Type II action and scheduled a public hearing for Aug. 20.
Kyle Barna, attorney for Justin and Andrea Tobin, told the ZBA the applicants need a rear/front yard variance for a 10 by 16 shed that was placed near an existing stone wall and cannot be relocated because of topography and existing site features.
Barna said the house sits about 423 feet from the road and that the shed is largely invisible from the roadway or neighboring properties due to topography and vegetation. He provided photos and overheads showing the shed, a stone retaining wall and nearby fences. He said similar front‑facing sheds exist on adjacent properties.
Board counsel recommended Type II SEQR classification (6 NYCRR 617.5(c)(16)) for individual setback variances and adjustments; the board accepted the application, adopted the Type II classification and set a public hearing for Aug. 20. The matter will also be referred to the town planning board for review.
Next steps: neighbors will be notified for the Aug. 20 public hearing; the board said it will perform a site visit in advance.
