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Board approves a set of small‑lot variances to permit affordable single‑family lots on Dale Avenue
Summary
The Zoning Board approved multiple two‑foot lot‑width variances for several Dale Avenue parcels to enable construction of smaller single‑family homes, with applicants indicating target prices in the $200,000–$220,000 range and staff noting tax‑abatement and down‑payment assistance programs may apply.
The board considered and approved a series of nearly identical variance requests reducing minimum lot widths by 2 feet at parcels on Dale Avenue to allow single‑family detached homes. Applicant Dante Davis (BMD/AMD Construction & Home Services) told the board the homes are intended to be affordable and that he aims to price units in the roughly $200,000–$220,000 range to keep them attainable for local buyers.
Board members asked about lot history and the condition of demolished parcels; planning staff confirmed several lots had previous houses that were demolished and that the area is eligible for tax abatement. City staff and council representatives noted that the city's upcoming down‑payment assistance program (capped at about $14,009.99 per household under federal rules referenced in testimony) could help buyers in the price range discussed.
After brief public exchange and staff confirmation that required standards were met for these specific variances, the board voted to approve the requests by voice vote.
