Union Zoning Board Denies Driveway Variance, Delays Church and Event Space Cases

Overview: The Union Zoning Board of Adjustment denied a variance for a property on Rosner Drive LLC, which sought to construct a driveway without a garage, and postponed decisions on two other cases during its recent meeting. The denial of the driveway variance was reached unanimously among present board members, while the cases regarding Ukrainian Evangelical Assemblies of God and Toros Home LLC were adjourned to future dates.

Union Zoning Board Advances Verizon Wireless Antenna Upgrade

Overview: The Union Zoning Board of Adjustment recently tackled the issue of improving wireless service infrastructure, as they convened to discuss and subsequently approved a resolution concerning Verizon Wireless’s proposal to upgrade and install additional antennas on a local facility. The move, aimed at enhancing 5G coverage in the area, saw unanimous support from the board members, despite concerns raised over potential health risks.

Union Zoning Board Denies Driveway Variance Amid Safety Concerns

Overview: In a recent Union Zoning Board meeting, an application for a driveway construction on Rosner Drive was denied due to multiple concerns, primarily regarding safety and compliance with neighborhood character. The applicant sought to build a driveway in front of a one-family home without an accompanying garage, a request that deviated from local zoning laws which require driveways to lead to a garage. The proposed driveway also raised questions about adequate sight lines for safe vehicle ingress and egress.

Union Zoning Board Approves Home Expansion Despite Setbacks

Overview: The Union Zoning Board of Adjustment recently approved an application by homeowner Jay Katz for the expansion of his property on Theo Terrace, emphasizing the project’s alignment with community standards and the lack of negative impact on the neighborhood. The board’s decision permits Katz to add an additional bedroom, bathroom, and other amenities by building over the existing front porch and a one-story section at the back, despite the project’s encroachment into the current front and side yard setbacks.

Union County Zoning Board Greenlights 36-Unit Development

Overview: In a decision that has drawn both support and concern from Union County residents, the Union County Zoning Board approved a plan for a multifamily residence consisting of 36 units. The proposed development, slated for construction in the NC Zone, has been at the center of debates over its impact on local traffic, school systems, and community density.