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Minimum dwelling size variance for wetland lot in St. John

Summary

A homeowner wants to build all living space above a three-car garage because nearby lots have flooding problems. The variance allows a 288-square-foot first floor where the ordinance requires 768.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 0

Last discussed Jul 15, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

The Colver family, who can build a flood-resistant home on their wetland lot.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJul 15, 2026approved

Lake County Board of Zoning Appeals - Jul 15, 2026

A homeowner wants to build all living space above a three-car garage because nearby lots have flooding problems. The variance allows a 288-square-foot first floor where the ordinance requires 768.

Related development

approved

Petition 26-V-13 — variance of development standards, minimum dwelling size

The neighborhood gets a new home built above potential flood levels, though it breaks the usual first-floor size rule.

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