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Vienna planning board denies permit to convert duplex to multi‑family at W Lake St
Summary
The Town of Vienna Planning Board voted to disapprove Justin Schuessler’s special use permit to convert a duplex to a multi‑family use at 7580 W Lake Street on March 20, 2025, citing lot nonconformity under Zoning Law sections 1920 A and 509; the applicant may appeal to the Zoning Board of Appeals.
The Town of Vienna Planning Board on March 20, 2025 voted to disapprove a special use permit application from Justin Schuessler to convert a duplex into a multi‑family dwelling at 7580 W Lake Street, citing the property’s nonconforming lot size.
Board members noted the Zoning Law requires a 20,000‑square‑foot lot for the proposed use, while the parcel is approximately 12,000 square feet; the board concluded that increasing the number of units would increase people and cars and therefore did not meet zoning standards for approval. The minutes record that the motion to disapprove was made by Mike Piper, seconded by Martha Link, and carried by poll vote with the board voting in favor.
The applicant was advised he may appeal the board’s decision to the Zoning Board of Appeals; Secretary Kathy Pavelock will provide information to the applicant about the appeal process.
