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Board grants variance to allow four‑story hotel at 220 Austin Graybill Boulevard
Summary
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to allow a 4‑story, 50‑foot hotel at 220 Austin Graybill Boulevard after finding topographic constraints and franchise design requirements created practical hardships; approval included three staff‑recommended conditions and was unanimous.
The North Augusta Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved variance ZE25‑013 to allow a four‑story building up to 50 feet at 220 Austin Graybill Boulevard, permitting a hotel design that exceeds the 45‑foot height limit in the general commercial (GC) district.
Staff explained the request for RTR North Augusta LLC and said the Hilton franchise’s prototype and facade requirements make strict compliance difficult on the site's topography. Staff and the…
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