Ann Arbor Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting 5/27/26

The Ann Arbor Zoning Board of Appeals held a meeting on May 27, 2026, to consider zoning variance requests related to residential properties. Key procurement-related discussions included two variance petitions: one for an 8-foot tall, fully opaque fence along Washtenaw Avenue where code limits fences to 4 feet and 50% opacity in front yards, and another for a 15-foot average front setback variance at 182 Hiscock Street to allow a larger building envelope. The board discussed safety, neighborhood standards, and practical considerations such as driveway slope and lot configuration. The fence variance was approved with a 5-1 vote, while the setback variance was unanimously granted. No direct contract awards, RFPs, or vendor selections were discussed. The board also mentioned planning an annual retreat later in the year but did not address procurement or budget matters.