Board of Zoning & Appeals 7-14-26

The City of Mishawaka Board of Zoning & Appeals held a meeting on July 14, 2026, to consider several appeals related to developmental variances and signage. Key procurement-related discussions included requests for variances to allow reduced setbacks for privacy fences at residential properties and a request for a pole sign where a monument sign is required. The board approved a variance for a privacy fence at 1419 Tremont Drive after city departments recommended approval. However, they denied a similar variance request at 330 East 9th Street due to public safety concerns raised by the engineering department and city staff, despite the appellant's objections. The board approved a request for a pole sign at 501 Lincolnway West, noting the property's constraints and the sign's aesthetic compatibility with downtown Mishawaka. No new business or budgetary matters were discussed, and no contract awards or procurement actions were taken during the meeting.