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Warrick County BZA approves variance to build single‑family home at Iron Rooster subdivision lot
Summary
The board granted a variance to allow construction of a single‑family dwelling on a lot in Iron Rooster Subdivision and required the existing barn to be converted to a nonhabitable accessory structure; the approval included standard permit conditions and a six‑month expiration for obtaining permits.
The Warrick County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for a property in the Iron Rooster Subdivision that will allow construction of a single‑family home and conversion of an existing pole barn into an unattached accessory structure.
Applicants Stephen L. Young Jr. and Janet Young signed in and confirmed under oath that the barn currently contains plumbing and living space that will be removed so the barn becomes a nonhabitable accessory structure. Staff told the board the required plot plan and notice materials were on file.
Board member Mike Mason moved to approve the variance, reciting required findings of fact (no substantial detriment to the surrounding area, hardship unique to the property, and other standard criteria). The board approved the motion with conditions: obtain an improvement location permit and building permit, bring the property into compliance with applicable zoning ordinances, and convert the existing residence to an unattached accessory structure. The variance was set to expire six months after the approval date if a permit incorporating the variance is not obtained; a renewable six‑month extension by the planning secretary was described in the motion.
The board recorded the motion as carried on a voice vote with all present members saying "Aye." Staff said the written approval would be typed and ready for pick‑up the next business day.
Next steps: Applicants must obtain the improvement location permit and building permit within six months or request renewal as allowed by the approval conditions.
