Board of Appeals Meeting 08/13/2026

The Glynn County Board of Appeals held a meeting on August 13, 2026, primarily to consider a variance request (ZV-26-15) related to reducing front and right yard setbacks for a property at 732 Ocean Boulevard, St. Simons Island. The discussion focused on the compliance of recent construction work with previously approved variances and zoning ordinances, particularly concerning encroachments into setback areas. The board reviewed the history of the property, including prior variances, construction modifications, and a stop work order issued due to deviations from approved plans. The builder and county officials discussed structural repairs, demolition, and compliance issues, with concerns raised about whether the existing walls were preserved as required. Public comments addressed related parking and landscaping concerns but were outside the board's scope. After deliberation, the board voted unanimously to deny the variance request, noting that the new construction encroached approximately seven feet into the setback and that the prior variances were nullified due to noncompliance. The applicant was informed of the option to appeal the decision to the Glynn County Board of Commissioners. No new business was presented by staff, and the meeting was adjourned.