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William and Mary Buckley seek variance for backyard pool at 2011 Juneway Drive; hearing continued after split vote
Summary
At the May 13, 2026 Long Beach Board of Zoning Appeals meeting, the Buckleys requested a variance to install an in-ground pool and rebuild a retaining wall; neighbor concerns about construction access were raised and the Board recorded one opposed and two in favor, and the variance was not approved and the hearing was continued.
William and Mary Buckley appeared before the Town of Long Beach Board of Zoning Appeals on May 13 to request a variance under Section 154.052(C) to install an in-ground pool and to rebuild an existing retaining wall at 2011 Juneway Drive. Mary Buckley presented amended documents describing pool siting, a pool cover and the proposed setbacks.
Why it matters: A pool installation and retaining-wall reconstruction can affect neighboring property access, drainage, and roadway maintenance. Neighbor concerns can shape whether a variance meets the legal standards for hardship and minimal impact.
During public comment, neighbor Jerrold Elenze of 2000 Berwyn Avenue spoke in opposition, citing specific concerns about construction access between the properties and maintenance of the area along the roadway. William Buckley responded that construction would not encroach upon the bushes and trees and that he had previously spoken with Elenze and understood his concerns.
The Board discussed the petition and the variance criteria. The minutes record that one member opposed the variance and two members favored granting it; the minutes state the variance was not approved and the public hearing was continued.
Next steps: The public hearing for the Buckley petition will resume at a future Board meeting to allow the Board further consideration of neighbor concerns and the submitted materials.
