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Board approves small setback variance for Wilson Drive carport
Summary
The Dorchester County Board of Zoning Appeals voted to approve a variance allowing an accessory carport to encroach slightly into a five-foot side-yard setback at a Wilson Drive home. Staff had recommended denial; the board cited neighborhood support and site constraints in its approval.
The Dorchester County Board of Zoning Appeals voted to grant a variance Feb. 25 allowing an accessory carport to encroach slightly into the five-foot side-yard setback at a Wilson Drive residence. The application was filed by Sam Agnew on behalf of the property owner.
County staff had recommended denying the request, citing the standards in Section 10.4.0.21 f and noting that alternatives exist that would avoid encroaching on the required setback. Staff also flagged that authorizing a variance could set a…
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