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Board denies frontage variance for accessory structure at N 9649 Hilltop Drive
Summary
Walworth County's board denied a variance request Aug. 13 that would have allowed an accessory building to sit approximately 35.8 feet from the road right-of-way rather than the required ~54.1 feet; members questioned presentation quality and whether hardship was demonstrated.
The Board of Adjustment voted Aug. 13 to deny a variance requested by James and Mary Haraldson Trust for an accessory structure at N 9649 Hilltop Drive in Troy Township. The petition sought permission for a structure partially in the street yard roughly 35.8 feet from the right-of-way; the ordinance standard cited by staff requires about 54.1 feet.
Board members discussed lot topography, the proposed structure size (30 by 55), potential alternative placements and whether the applicant met the legal standard for unnecessary hardship. One member said the neighbor who presented was "unprepared" and suggested the applicants should re-present the case if they wished to pursue relief. Following discussion, a motion to deny the variance passed unanimously.
The board noted that the lot shape and cul-de-sac location were factors in the conversation but ultimately concluded the application did not demonstrate the hardship standard for a variance and that alternatives (different siting or a smaller building) could meet needs without relief.
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