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Planning commission approves side-yard variance for James Chantrell in Spring Creek
Summary
The commission approved VAR25-3, granting a reduction of the side-yard setback from 20 feet to 10 feet for a 16-by-40-foot shed at 939 Bluejay Drive, conditioned on Elko County code compliance and homeowners association approval when required.
The Oakwood County Planning Commission approved a request by James Chantrell for a side-yard variance to accommodate an existing 16-by-40-foot shed at 939 Bluejay Drive in Spring Creek. Staff told the commission the building official discovered the structure and cited a violation; staff recommended approval because of site topography and septic placement that would have supported a hardship finding if the property owner had applied beforehand. "This variance is subject to restrictions and conditions as outlined in Elko County code 4 95," Corey said during his presentation.
Commissioners debated precedent and enforcement, noting prior periods when setbacks were not checked by building staff. Naomi moved to approve VAR25-3 with staff recommendations and findings; a commissioner seconded and the motion carried by voice vote. The variance applies only to the existing shed and does not reset the setback along the entire property line for future construction.
