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Marshall County Board of Zoning Appeals approves variances including a kennel limited to 10 dogs
Summary
At its April 14 meeting the Marshall County Board of Zoning Appeals approved five requests: a second residence for dependent care, a manufactured-home replacement, a 10-dog kennel special use, a lot split for family care, and a home-based transport business. Each item passed after staff reports, public comment and roll-call votes.
The Marshall County Board of Zoning Appeals on April 14 approved five land-use requests after staff presentations, public comment and unanimous roll-call votes.
Staff introduced case 26BZA07 for Steve and Lori Hosey, who sought a variance to add a second attached residence on 168354 B Road to provide long-term care for two neurodivergent children. Staff recommended approval, citing adequate density and minimal neighbor impact. Applicant Steve Hosey described the property’s existing occupational-therapy pole barn and the family’s care needs, saying, “It's called RSACS,” a progressive neurodegenerative condition, and that the secondary unit would offer independence while keeping the children nearby. A neighbor spoke in support. A board member moved to approve the variance…
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