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Agenda preview Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Board of Zoning and Building Appeals to Consider Variances on November 4

The Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals has a regular meeting coming up on November 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall. The board will look at six different requests from residents asking for property and setback variances. If you're wondering what's changing around town, the agenda includes proposals for a driveway extension, fences in easements, a front porch roof, a garage addition, and a covered deck.

Meets Wed, Nov 4

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Garage and Pavilion Variances

At the September 2, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved several property variances for residents and businesses. Homeowners received approval for a freestanding pavilion, a covered patio with a setback variance, an 18,000-kilowatt generator, and a reduced side yard setback for a driveway alongside a detached garage. Additionally, a business secured a variance for wall signage along Interstate 90.

Sep 2, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Several Variances

At the August 5, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reviewed several requests from residents for property variances. Homeowners received approval for projects including a new deck, driveway extensions, a generator installation, and a home and garage addition.

Aug 5, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Board Denies Sprouts Farmers Market Setback Variance in July 1 Meeting

At the July 1, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals heard several requests for driveway extensions, deck and fence variances, and a lot split. The board approved multiple driveway extensions and fence easement requests, but denied a 15-foot setback variance for a proposed Sprouts Farmers Market after hearing concerns about traffic safety and visual impacts. They also denied a 0% opacity fence variance for a local resident.

Jul 1, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Several Variances

At its June 3, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reviewed several property requests from residents. Homeowners received approval for driveway extensions, setback adjustments, fence installations in drainage easements, and a shed on a concrete pad. One driveway extension request was tabled.

Jun 3, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Several Variances

At its May 6, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals heard a variety of resident and business requests. The board reviewed several variance proposals for fences, concrete installations, driveways, setbacks, and a sign addition. Most requests were approved, allowing homeowners and local businesses to move forward with their plans.

May 6, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Three Variances

At the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals meeting on April 1, 2026, the board approved three property variances for local residents. Neighbors brought up drainage and parking concerns during the public comments, and city staff provided clarifications on the project plans.

Apr 1, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Variances

At the February 4, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals approved three requests from local residents and businesses. These included a driveway variance for a property on Blossom Lane, a front yard setback variance for a garage addition on Fairfield Drive, and a sign area variance for a Dollar Tree store on Center Road.

Feb 4, 2026

Meeting recap Board of Zoning and Building Appeals

Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals Approves Variances for New Housing and Warehouses

At the January 7, 2026 meeting, the Avon Board of Zoning and Building Appeals reviewed several local projects. They approved smaller dwelling unit sizes for a new multi-family development on Chester Road, as well as parking variances for two warehouse and office buildings on Schneider Court. Another project involving a driveway in a storm sewer easement was tabled until February.

Jan 7, 2026