Backyard pickleball court variances in Kingswood
Summary
A homeowner on a through lot at 11136 St. Charles Place wants a pickleball court, pergola, and patio that don't meet setback and lot coverage rules. The case was tabled to June 22.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private residential improvement with no city cost.
The Thompson family, who would get the court and pergola amenities.
Neighbors could be affected by court placement and noise if approved.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Zoning Appeals - Aug 24, 2026
A Kingswood family built a private pickleball court and pergola without realizing they needed permits, then needed variances for setback, lot coverage, and court placement on a through lot. The board approved it after neighbors signed petitions supporting the project.
Board of Zoning Appeals - Jun 22, 2026
A Kingswood subdivision homeowner wants a backyard pickleball court, pergola, and patio, but the through-lot layout triggers three setback, lot cover, and yard-location variances. It's a snapshot of growing demand for home pickleball courts meeting zoning limits.
Board of Zoning Appeals - May 26, 2026
A homeowner on a through lot at 11136 St. Charles Place wants a pickleball court, pergola, and patio that don't meet setback and lot coverage rules. The case was tabled to June 22.
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