Board grants small septic-setback variance for Mori home addition

Dec 19, 2025

Matt and Elizabeth Mori received a 4-foot variance from Houston County to permit a deck/roof addition within the standard 10-foot setback from an existing septic tank; staff noted the older septic likely will require replacement in coming years and that new septic work must meet code.

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The Houston County Board of Adjustment approved a 4-foot variance that will allow Matt and Elizabeth Mori to extend a deck and roof over part of their home closer to an existing septic tank than the county’s standard 10-foot setback.

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