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Machesney Park approves first readings for standalone garage and size-variance ordinances despite staff concerns
Summary
The Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees passed first readings of Ordinance 35-25, allowing an accessory structure where no principal structure exists, and Ordinance 36-25, a variance for an oversized accessory structure, after debate and despite staff recommendations against the standalone accessory in a residential district.
The Village of Machesney Park Board of Trustees voted to pass first readings of two zoning measures — Ordinance 35-25 and Ordinance 36-25 — at its Oct. 14 meeting.
Ordinance 35-25 would allow the construction of an accessory structure on a lot without a principal structure; Ordinance 36-25 would grant a variance from size restrictions for that accessory structure. Village staff told trustees they did not recommend allowing an accessory structure where no principal structure exists because of concerns about future use and storage. Planning staff said the applicant intends to use the building…
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