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Rear-yard variance approved for Colonial Village lot; applicant cites small lot size and neighborhood compatibility
Summary
The board approved a 2.7-foot rear-yard encroachment for a proposed one-story-with-attic house in Colonial Village, with the applicant citing small lot buildable area and supportive architectural review from Ocean Pines. Staff and board members discussed lot depths, tree preservation and stormwater management.
The Board of Zoning Appeals granted a rear-yard setback variance on June 11 for a proposed residence at 1103 Stones Run (case 26-33). The applicant said the lot is one of the smallest on the block and that the requested 2.7-foot encroachment affects only the master-bedroom portion of the plan (approximately 58 square feet).
The applicant described designing a single-level living plan with bedrooms on the first floor, saying the lot curvature and smaller depth limited options: “I bought this lot approximately 4 years ago … I am requesting to encroach 58 square feet so that I could fit the floor plan on that lot,” the presenter said. The applicant also reported that the Colonial Village Sub-Association and Ocean Pines review committee had reviewed the plans and provided letters indicating awareness or approval.
Board members asked about stormwater management and tree preservation; the applicant said a stormwater management plan is pending and that existing trees would be preserved where feasible. A motion to approve as applied for was made and seconded and the board carried the motion.
Next steps: Applicant to submit final stormwater and construction permits; staff will note conditions in the permit record.
