Decatur Board approves special exceptions and variance to allow new carport to encroach into easement

Jul 20, 2026

The Decatur Board of Adjustments approved special exceptions for an existing house and a variance allowing a new carport to encroach 5 feet into a 10-foot utility and drainage easement; staff had recommended approval of the special exceptions but recommended denial of the variance.

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The Decatur Board of Adjustments approved special exceptions for existing setback encroachments and a separate variance allowing a proposed carport to encroach 5 feet into a 10-foot utility and drainage easement during a meeting that began at 03:32 and included a staff presentation from Planning Director Lisa Hannon.

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