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Lake Lure appeals board approves variance to rebuild boathouse at 141 Lakeview Drive
Summary
The Lake Structure Appeals Board unanimously approved Variance LSV2026004 on June 23, 2026 to allow reconstruction of a boathouse at 141 Lakeview Drive, limiting projection to 16.5 feet from the seawall and requiring at least 9 feet of clearance between adjacent overhangs.
The Lake Structure Appeals Board on June 23 unanimously approved Variance LSV2026004, allowing reconstruction of a demolished boathouse at 141 Lakeview Drive with a maximum projection of 16.5 feet from the seawall and a minimum clearance of 9 feet between overhangs. Kathleen Hatfield moved for approval and Kimberly Sayles seconded; the motion carried with all members voting in favor.
Staff told the board the structure was lost to storm-related damage tied to Hurricane Helene and noted coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers would be part of permitting and review. Jonathan Hinkle of Master Docks presented survey information and GIS imagery to approximate the prior footprint and explained the projection calculations that support the 16.5-foot limit; property representative Robert Newton described erosion and the financial burden of rebuilding and said the intent was to restore the boathouse consistent with prior use and configuration. Board deliberations focused on measurement methodology for overhangs and navigation safety; members confirmed that the approved conditions limit the reconstruction to the pre-storm footprint with the specific projection and separation requirements. "all were in favor."
