08.11.2026 Board of Zoning Appeals

The City of Birmingham, Michigan Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on August 11, 2026, to consider two dimensional variance appeals related to non-conforming residential properties. The first appeal involved 719 Westwood, where the property owner requested variances to reconstruct a garage and add a basement without exacerbating existing non-conformities. The board approved the variances after confirming no negative impact on neighboring properties. The second appeal concerned 1451 East 14 Mile Road, where the owner sought a variance to construct a second-story addition on an existing non-conforming home. The board approved this request as well, noting the addition would not adversely affect public health, safety, or welfare and would maintain the spirit of the zoning ordinance. Both motions were tied to specific plans and passed unanimously. No procurement or contracting decisions were discussed during the meeting.