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BZA approves impervious‑surface variance for Sedalia property to add small storage shed
Summary
Clinton County BZA approved Michelle Howser’s request to increase impervious surface to 33% (from 30%) for a 12x20 shed at 361 W. State Road 26 in Sedalia after the county surveyor and INDOT said they had no drainage or access concerns.
The Clinton County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance to allow Michelle Howser to increase impervious surface coverage to 33% on a roughly half‑acre lot at 361 West State Road 26 in Sedalia so the petitioner may install a new 12‑by‑20 storage shed.
Staff told the board that the site is in an R‑1/rural residential area and that the county surveyor’s office reviewed the request and found no concerns about increased impervious surface causing drainage issues; INDOT also raised no objections. Staff noted the shed will be sited behind the house and screened by mature trees, and concluded the variance would not adversely affect adjacent properties. With no public opposition, the board voted to approve the variance according to the staff findings; staff advised the petitioner to work with county staff to obtain required permits.
The approval carries standard variance findings: that the requested relief will not injure public health, safety or welfare, will not adversely affect nearby property values, and that strict application of the ordinance would create practical difficulties for the property owner.
