City of Waterloo Board of Adjustment Meeting - Tuesday, September 22, 2026

The City of Waterloo Board of Adjustment held a meeting on September 22, 2026, addressing several zoning and variance requests related to residential and commercial properties. Key procurement-related discussions included a special permit approval for a home-based dog grooming business at 710 Kirkwood Avenue, with conditions to limit customer traffic and maintain garage use. The board also considered variances for signage at Jubilee United Methodist Church and for lot size, width, and setback requirements to allow construction of a single-family home at 2050 Cardinal Drive. Additionally, a request from Freedom Truck Wash for a three-year extension of a temporary variance to allow asphalt millings for overflow parking was discussed, with staff recommending denial of a three-year extension but approval of a two-year extension. A significant discussion involved a variance request by Gary Miller to legalize accessory structures exceeding the 6% lot coverage limit, including an illegally built garage addition and shed; staff recommended denial due to code violations and precedent concerns, but the applicant proposed compromises such as removing certain structures and obtaining permits. The board deliberated on these issues, emphasizing compliance with city codes, permit requirements, and neighborhood impact. Motions were made and seconded for approvals and denials with specific conditions, reflecting careful consideration of zoning regulations and community standards.