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Board approves porch and steps variance for 551 South Bates tied to previously submitted plans
Summary
The Board unanimously approved a 5-foot variance to rebuild a covered front porch and steps at 551 South Bates, citing the house’s age and prior nonconforming condition; no public opposition spoke at the meeting.
The Birmingham City Board of Zoning Appeals voted 5-0 to grant a 5-foot variance allowing a rebuilt front covered porch and steps at 551 South Bates, tying the approval to the previously submitted plans.
City staff member Mike Mora told the board that the ordinance permits a porch—including steps—to project up to 10 feet into front open space but the proposed porch and steps would extend…
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