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Votes and actions: Johnstown Zoning Board of Appeals, July 16, 2026
Summary
The Board approved May 21, 2026 minutes 3-0 (one absent) and denied Victory Homes USA’s use variance request for 304 N. Perry Street by a 3-0 vote; the applicant was advised to return with complete plans if pursuing permits or a revised variance application.
Key actions from the Johnstown Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on July 16, 2026:
• Approved May 21, 2026 minutes — Motion by Board Member Robert Gallt; second by Board Member Robert Salamack. Vote: 3 yes, 0 no, 0 abstain, 1 absent (Judy Swatt).
• Denied use variance for 304 N. Perry Street (Victory Homes USA) — Motion by Board Member Robert Salamack; second by Board Member Robert Gallt. Vote: 3 yes, 0 no, 0 abstain, 1 absent (Judy Swatt). The Board cited insufficient evidence of statutory hardship, incomplete architectural and construction plans, inadequate parking for four dwelling units, fire- and code-compliance concerns, potential adverse impact on the residential neighborhood, and the risk of establishing a precedent for similar applications.
Follow-up: Code Enforcement stated complete plans are required before permits will be issued; the applicant said he would review the project and may return with revised plans. The meeting adjourned at 4:02 p.m.
