Kristina Makowicz

The board conducted a public hearing regarding a variance request for the property at 1400 Camden Way. The applicants were seeking a 5-foot variance for the front yard setback and a 35-foot variance for the east side yard setback to facilitate the construction of a new single-family home with a swimming pool. Following discussions between the board, the applicant, and staff, the applicant officially withdrew the application.

The Commission discussed a proposal for household hazardous waste collection services in partnership with Republic Services, which was ultimately deferred for further deliberation. Members also reviewed and recommended the creation of an ad hoc volunteer group, referred to as the Poop Patrol, to assist in cleaning dog waste from local parks, including a request for necessary startup funding. Furthermore, the Commission decided to rename the Earth Day Celebration to Party in the Park - Celebrating Arbor Day and discussed planning details, including entertainment and educational activities for the upcoming event.

The Board of Adjustment held a public hearing regarding Case No. BOA-2023-01, concerning a variance request for fencing on a secondary lot at 2401 NW Grand Boulevard. The applicant presented the request, citing concerns regarding trespassers and the need for security consistent with neighboring properties. Following discussion, the board approved the application, stipulating that the fencing consist of wrought iron rather than wood, and noted that the variance was the minimum necessary to alleviate unnecessary hardship for the specific property.

The Board of Adjustment conducted public hearings concerning two variance requests. The first case involved a request for a rear setback variance for an accessory structure at 1811 Dorchester Drive, which was approved. The second case involved a request for a side yard setback and building envelope variance for a dwelling addition at 1304 Glenwood Avenue, which was also approved.

The board conducted public hearings for two variance applications. Case BOA-2023-17 involved a request for a side yard setback variance for a dwelling addition at 1320 Sherwood Lane, which was approved. Case BOA-2023-18 involved a request for west side and rear yard setback variances for an accessory building at 1500 Camden Way, which was also approved.