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Athens BZA approves variance allowing accessory unit and one fewer parking space at 24 Forest St.
Summary
The Athens Board of Zoning Appeals granted a variance, 5–0, to allow an existing detached garage apartment at 24 Forest Street to be treated as a second primary structure (an ADU) and to reduce required parking from three spaces to two, citing topography and a code gap on accessory dwelling units.
The City of Athens Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved a variance on Feb. 10 to allow an existing detached garage apartment at 24 Forest Street to be treated as a second primary structure and to reduce required on‑site parking from three spaces to two.
Applicant Dustin Grooms told the board the garage apartment was constructed…
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