BZA continues hearing on proposed tow-truck storage yard in Eldersburg after plan and septic conflicts identified

The Carroll County Board of Zoning Appeals continued a hearing on a conditional-use request and multiple variances for a proposed storage and tow-truck yard at 931 West Liberty Road in Eldersburg after staff and board members identified conflicts in the submitted plan.

Applicant Bilal Aziz described his roadside-assistance and towing business and said he seeks conditional zoning to park vehicles on his lot temporarily while performing contracted towing for law enforcement. Aziz told the board the septic field was separate from the proposed storage area; however, board members and staff reviewing the submitted plat noted the storage area as drawn overlapped the septic drainfield shown on county records and that vehicles may not be parked on septic areas per Environmental Health comments in the file.

County staff also flagged multiple variances requested, including lot size (proposed 1.2572 acres vs. required 3 acres), side and rear setbacks, and a driveway-width variance for a commercial entrance. Board members asked for a revised plan that accurately delineates the septic area and adjacent dwelling distances, corrects the proposed fenced storage area so it does not cover the drainfield, and addresses driveway-width and proximity to neighboring residences. The applicant requested a continuance; the board agreed to continue the case to a future date to allow the applicant to provide an amended plan and supporting materials. Board members suggested engaging a land-use professional and bringing photos and technical staff to the next hearing.