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BZA approves multiple variances for ADU conversion to house elderly relatives

City Board of Zoning Appeals · October 29, 2025
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Summary

The board approved six variances allowing conversion of a rear accessory structure into an accessory dwelling unit and construction of a carport; the applicant cited historic development, lot constraints and caregiving needs for elderly family members.

The City Board of Zoning Appeals approved six variances Wednesday to permit conversion of an existing accessory structure to an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) and construction of a rear carport on a historic R‑2 lot.

Staff described the requests as variances to interior side and rear setbacks (reductions to as little as 0 to 0.5 feet), increases to maximum building coverage (from 30% to 41%) and impervious-surface…

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