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Board grants shed setback variance for substandard lot at 1921 Mealy Street
Summary
The Community Development Board approved a variance allowing a 10x10 shed to be sited 1 foot from the rear and interior side property lines at 1921 Mealy Street, citing the property's substandard lot size and existing tree constraints.
The Atlantic Beach Community Development Board approved ZVAR25‑0024, allowing a small shed to be located 1 foot from the rear and interior side lines on a substandard lot at 1921 Mealy Street.
City planner Kevin Oster described the property as an undersized lot (approximately 45 by 78 feet) in a residential RG zone and explained the code provides variance relief for substandard lots under section 24‑65(c). The applicant, Desmond Demps Brooks, said the preferred corner location avoids cutting significant tree roots and preserves usable yard space for children; he noted moving the unit behind the house would cross roots and interfere with an AC unit.
Board members discussed visibility and the possibility of imposing conditions on height. One board member said typical 10x10 sheds are roughly 8–10 feet tall and expressed concern only if the structure became imposing next to a 6‑foot fence. After discussion, a motion to approve the variance on the basis of the lot's substandard size (grounds number 6) passed by voice vote.
The variance allows the 10x10 shed to remain 1 foot from the two property lines as requested; any building permits and final setbacks will be enforced at the permitting stage.
