Board of Adjustment - May 21st 2026

The City of Prescott Board of Adjustment held a public hearing on May 21, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request related to a property at 238 Mini Street. The variance sought a reduction of the required 7-foot side setback by 4 feet to legalize an existing deck that encroached on the setback due to a lot line issue. The deck was built and inspected in 2020, but due to administrative and pandemic-related challenges, the proper permits and lot line adjustments were not finalized. Habitat for Humanity, the builder, worked with city staff to resolve the issue through a lot line adjustment and variance approval. The board discussed the need to prevent similar issues in the future and confirmed that the lot line adjustment would be handled administratively. The variance was approved unanimously with a 7-0 vote, contingent on proper lot line adjustments among the involved properties. No public opposition was noted, and the city staff was commended for their preparation.