Planning board approves front‑yard setback variance for Avalon Shores pool

The Planning & Zoning Agency approved a residential zoning variance allowing a swimming pool at 5072 A1A South where the front‑yard setback is treated as a rear setback, subject to standard safety and drainage conditions.

Nick Macabee of Hydro Pools and Pavers (speaker 11) presented site plans showing the middle lot of three, proposed clearing limited to shrubs and invasive species, and commitments to maintain a 10‑foot rear setback and 5‑foot side setbacks as part of the plan. The applicant said the access route for equipment would be between houses and that drainage and safety measures would comply with county standards.

Board members noted the case closely matched recent approvals for adjacent properties; one board member moved to approve based on six findings of fact and six conditions in the staff report. The motion passed (vote recorded as passing; subsequent tally reported 6–1).