Board questions hardship basis for Smuts garage variance request
Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
An applicant asked to reduce a road‑centerline setback to 47.19 ft for an attached garage (case 26‑028). Board members questioned whether the need is self‑imposed and suggested alternatives; no variance decision was made and the applicant was urged to explore other design options.
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An applicant requested a variance (case 26‑028) to allow an attached garage corner to sit 47.19 feet from the Shaddestown Road centerline rather than the required 50 feet.
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