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Decatur zoning board approves side‑setback variances for accessory structure at 707 Prospect Drive
Summary
The Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a variance allowing a 30-by-30 accessory structure to encroach 5 feet into both side setbacks at 707 Prospect Drive SE after planning staff cited lot shape and alley/right‑of‑way constraints; the vote was unanimous among members present.
The Board of Zoning Adjustments of Decatur City unanimously approved a variance to allow an accessory structure to encroach into the 10-foot side setbacks at 707 Prospect Drive SE.
Chad Bowman, the city planning director, told the board the appeal (case 1260127-01) proposes a structure taller than 12 feet that would sit 5 feet from both the east and west property lines. Bowman said the planning department recommends…
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