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Board approves variance for larger detached garage at 411 Grove Street
Summary
The La Porte Board of Zoning Appeals granted a variance to allow a 1,056-square-foot detached garage at 411 Grove Street after staff recommended approval, noting similar accessory structures exist nearby.
The La Porte Board of Zoning Appeals on April 14 approved a variance allowing a 1,056-square-foot detached garage at 411 Grove Street.
Kevin Watts, the petitioner, told the board he wants a 26-by-36-foot detached garage to store vehicles and install lifts; he said he currently pays for offsite storage and prefers to consolidate vehicles at his home.
City planning staff presented petition 26-05 and recommended approval, reporting that accessory buildings in the surrounding neighborhood range from about 634 to 1,380 square feet and that the proposed garage would be smaller than the existing house on the property. The staff report summarized the three variance criteria and concluded the proposed size is comparable to similar lots and does not injure public health, safety, or property values.
A board member moved to approve the variance; the motion was seconded and the board voted in favor.
The transcript records the approval but does not list any conditions. Staff said it would answer questions about next steps for construction and permitting.
