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Zoning board approves driveway variance for 90 Vern Lane to widen approach
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Summary
The board approved Austin Abels's request to expand his driveway three feet on each side (with a 10-foot section in front of the dwelling) after clarifying dimensions, snow storage and curb cut would not change; recorded ayes followed a motion and second.
The Cheektowaga Zoning Board of Appeals approved a driveway-variance request from Austin Abels for his property at 90 Vern Lane on April 15, allowing a three-foot expansion on each side of the driveway and a 10-foot section in front of the principal dwelling.
Abels told the board the existing driveway is half stone and half chipped concrete and that widening would allow two cars and ease snow removal for a growing household. Board members asked for exact dimensions and whether the curb cut or approach would change; Abels said the curb cut would remain the same and the widened driveway would be roughly 19'to 20 feet where both sides are expanded.
After brief discussion about snow storage and neighbor impacts, a motion to grant the variance was made and seconded. Multiple board members recorded "aye," and the chair confirmed the applicant could begin work after obtaining necessary permits and the variance was filed.
The board's action will let Abels proceed with repaving and regrading work to create a wider, smoother approach; staff and the applicant discussed permitting steps before construction begins.
Evidence for this article comes from the applicant's testimony, board questions, and the recorded vote during the 90 Vern Lane agenda item.
