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BZA roundup: board approves multiple variances and conditional uses; requires three EV chargers at BHS North
Summary
At its Feb. 26 meeting the Bloomington BZA approved staff findings on several petitions — including variances and duplex conditional uses — required three electric‑vehicle chargers at Bloomington High School North and upheld a JC Bank signage appeal.
The City of Bloomington Board of Zoning Appeals on Feb. 26 handled a series of petitions after the North Grove hearing, approving staff findings and conditions in several cases and taking two notable, separate policy decisions.
Value Built Inc. (case ZR2025‑12‑0115) — Staff said the site at 614 North Grant Street contained closed‑canopy trees that limited buildable area. Historic Preservation review allowed a demolition delay to be released so the proposed sidewalk relocation can proceed. Staff recommended approval of the tree‑removal variance if the petitioner plants nine large‑canopy replacement trees and inspects them within six weeks of occupancy; the board adopted staff findings and approved the variance (vote recorded as 4‑0).
Duplex conditional uses — The board heard two duplex petitions in neighborhoods near Bryant Park and elsewhere.…
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