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Board approves accessory‑dwelling conditional use at Cruzette Way but tables setback variance after heated public comment
Summary
The BOA granted an accessory‑dwelling conditional use at 5490 Cruzette Way but, after strong neighbor objections and divided board opinion, tabled a related side‑yard setback variance to March 18 and ordered the landowner to pay advertising costs.
The Escambia County Board of Adjustment on Jan. 21 approved a conditional use to recognize an existing accessory dwelling unit (ADU) at an address listed in the staff packet as 5490 Cruzette Way, but deferred action on a related variance to the parcel’s right‑side setback.
Kimberly Wilson, senior planner, told the board staff reviewed the application and supporting materials — including a sealed survey and site photos — and recommended approval of the conditional use because the existing structure can be used in a manner compatible with adjacent properties if applicable building and floodplain standards are met. The property sits in an AE FEMA flood zone; building inspections had required an elevation certificate before staff could confirm compliance.
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