Board of Adjustments approves setback variance in Snyder Grove subdivision

The Board of Adjustments considered a variance request related to a Snyder Grove subdivision lot where the curved radius of a cul-de-sac prevents placement of a typical three-car garage home within the code'required 25-foot building line.

An applicant representative explained constraining utilities, the cul-de-sac geometry and the desire to build an upscale home consistent with nearby lots. The representative requested a 10-foot setback measured at the cul-de-sac radius (while retaining other setbacks to the main street), arguing the adjustment would permit a house that better matches neighborhood patterns without creating sight-line or service conflicts.

Commissioners and staff inspected the site and discussed utilities and sight lines; staff said utility lines and a park drive exist nearby but did not identify an insurmountable safety issue. After discussion, a motion to approve the variance was made and seconded; the board voted in favor.

The applicant summarized the request: "We're requesting that you guys give us a variance to make that a 10 foot, setback building line just off the radius, not the main street."