BZA Remains Consistent On Setback Relief

The City of Homewood's Board of Zoning Adjustments (BZA) held a meeting to review and decide on variance requests related to zoning setbacks and impervious surface coverage for residential properties. Two main cases were discussed: one involving a request for a 6-foot setback variance and a slight increase in impervious surface coverage to accommodate an attached garage and storage space, and another involving a 3-foot setback variance and an increase in impervious surface coverage for a covered porch addition. The board carefully examined the details, including the accuracy of impervious surface calculations, and ultimately denied the first variance request. The second case was continued to a future meeting to allow for updated and accurate impervious surface data. Additionally, the board reviewed revisions to its bylaws and rules of procedure in response to ward reassignments and announced the appointment of Conrad Garrison as the new zoning administrator. The meeting emphasized procedural adherence, community input, and accurate data in zoning and variance decisions.