Commission approves variance for DeChaney garage 15 feet closer than allowed

The commission considered petition 2532 B, a variance request from John DeChaney to construct a 16-by-32 accessory garage 85 feet from Tullamore Road — 15 feet closer than the standard setback.

The petitioner said the garage would be accessed by an existing driveway and would be used for personal storage only. Planning staff’s findings were presented and the commission discussed driveway placement, setbacks and use.

Commissioner Lapsley moved to place the petition on the floor and Commissioner Valerie seconded. The commission voted to accept the findings as presented and then approved the variance request; the transcript records a voice vote approving the findings and subsequent case vote in favor.

The commission noted the setback reduction applies to this accessory structure only and relies on the petitioner’s stated personal-storage use; any change in use would be subject to zoning enforcement and review.