Board grants ADU variances so existing cabin can become detached ADU; shared‑driveway variance also approved
Nov 6, 2025
BZA approved two variances allowing a preexisting cabin to be classified as a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) and to avoid creating a shared driveway, citing site constraints and timing concerns presented by the petitioners. Staff recommended a sliding‑scale subdivision as an alternative but the board granted the variances 4‑1.
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The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two variances (VAR‑25‑64A and VAR‑25‑64B) allowing an existing dwelling at 2590 West Fry Road to be treated as a detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) and to avoid the county requirement that the DADU share a driveway with the primary residence. Planning staff recommended denial and noted petitioners could pursue a sliding‑scale subdivision to achieve the same end, but the petitioner argued the subdivision timeline would delay building permits and the desired sequencing of construction.
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