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Trustees overturn Planning & Zoning denial, grant setback variance to homeowners

Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque Board of Trustees · September 17, 2024
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Summary

After an extended quasi‑judicial hearing, the Board of Trustees approved an appeal by Deborah and Ralph Tso and granted a variance to place a 12x14 Tough Shed closer than the 10‑foot side setback. The Planning Director had recommended upholding the denial; the board split 2–1 in favor of the appellant.

The Board of Trustees heard a multi‑hour quasi‑judicial appeal by Ralph and Debbie Tso seeking a variance to place an accessory building closer than the 10‑foot side yard setback at 378 Tyler Road.

Planning & Zoning Director Makita Hill summarized the record and staff findings, noting the application was complete and that site inspections and the staff report concluded there was not a justifying 'unnecessary hardship' under the ordinance; the Planning & Zoning Commission denied the variance by a 6–1 vote.

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