The most notable topic at the meeting was the approval of a variance for Lori Dukens, who sought to extend her existing family home at 608 15th Avenue South by adding a master bedroom. Dukens explained her need for the extension due to her son moving back home for an extended period while pursuing further education. The board heard arguments from a neighbor, Bunny Hoy, who expressed concerns about existing drainage issues in the area and how the new construction might exacerbate these problems. Despite these concerns, Dukens assured the board that her property had never experienced drainage issues. The board concluded that the variance was justified due to the unique nature of the property, including the presence of an easement and the constraints imposed by its corner lot location. The board also noted that the existing deck would be partially removed, which would not impact flooding.

In another case, the board approved a variance request for 620 South Lower 8th Avenue. The applicant sought to replace a derelict garage with a new single-family home. The new construction required variances for rear yard setbacks and lot coverage due to the non-conforming size of the lot. The applicant discussed plans to maintain neighborhood aesthetics and noted positive feedback from neighbors about the removal of the dilapidated structure. The board found the variance requests reasonable, given the minimal encroachment and the undersized nature of the lot.