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Planning commission denies setback waiver for backyard business shed; owner says move would threaten livelihood
Summary
The Henderson Planning Commission denied a request to reduce an interior‑yard setback from 5 feet to 1.5 feet for a small backyard shop used by a family business, after staff said the applicant did not provide adequate justification. The applicant said moving the structure would impose substantial costs and threaten the business.
The Henderson Planning Commission on Tuesday denied a waiver that would have allowed an accessory structure at 1907 Noritake Court to be placed 1.5 feet from the property line instead of the 5 feet required under city code.
Staff recommended denial, saying the applicant had not shown acceptable justification or compensating benefits. According to the staff report, code enforcement opened a case on June 10 after a complaint; records show the building permit indicated 5‑foot…
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