Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals Meeting (1-13-26)

The City of Suffolk, Virginia Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on January 13, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing multiple variance requests related to residential construction projects. Several applicants, including Irving Henderson, Tier One Construction, and Pulk Pinewell Builders LLC, sought variances to reduce front, side, and rear yard setbacks, as well as parking requirements, to enable the construction of new single-family dwellings on legally non-conforming lots. The board discussed each case, with staff generally recommending approval based on hardship criteria due to lot size and zoning restrictions. Motions to approve these variances were passed unanimously or by majority vote. One application was tabled pending resolution of drainage easement issues. Additionally, a variance request by CA Casa Investments LLC to reduce sideyard setback for a six-foot fence was approved by a 4-1 vote, with public testimony emphasizing safety concerns related to traffic and flooding in the area. The meeting included detailed staff analyses, public hearings, and motions reflecting the board's support for infill housing development while addressing zoning challenges.