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Board approves variance for accessory workshop at 2806 Hopton Road; neighbors urged approval
Summary
The Board granted a variance permitting an accessory structure at 2806 Hopton Road to remain closer than the standard side‑setback after hearing testimony from the veteran owner and multiple neighbors who described charitable uses and neighborhood support.
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance on Jan. 16 allowing an accessory detached structure at 2806 Hopton Road to remain with a reduced side setback.
Staff recommended denial, noting the accessory structure encroached on minimum lateral setback requirements and raised concerns about proximity to adjacent properties. The property owner, César Puente, told the board he built the structure as a personal workshop and storage area after a prior garage on-site was lost to fire; he described the space as split between woodworking and…
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