8/12/2026 Beavercreek Board of Zoning Appeals

The City of Beavercreek Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on August 12, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request from Lewis Martin and Jennifer Reynolds regarding a 5-foot high fence at their property on 469 Ramsgate Drive. The applicants sought a variance to exceed the city's standard 48-inch fence height limit in the required front yard setback due to the unique shape and slope of their corner lot, which limits usable backyard space. Staff recommended denial of the variance, citing consistency with zoning codes and the availability of compliant fence options, but expressed willingness to support a 20-foot encroachment into the front yard setback for a 5-foot fence as a compromise. The applicants presented detailed justifications including safety concerns for their children and large dogs, neighborhood support, and the lot's unique topography. After discussion, the Board voted unanimously to approve the variance based on the lot's uniqueness and the minimal impact on neighborhood character, allowing the taller fence encroachment beyond staff's recommended compromise. No other procurement or budget matters were discussed.