TO: Zoning Commission Members
THRU: Jennifer C. Baptiste - Planning & Zoning Division Manager
FROM: Mikayla Layral - Planner II
DATE: August 11, 2026
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A26-36: A variance at 505 Broadgate Road (0531664085000) to reduce the rear yard setback from 35 feet to 25 feet a Single-Family Residential 10 (SF-10) zoning district owned by Rose Builders Inc.
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
1 - Councilman Dr. Stephon Ferguson
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Goal III - City Investment in Today & Tomorrow
* Objective 3.2 - To manage the City's future growth and strategic land use.
Goal IV - Desirable Place to Live, Work, & Recreate
* Objective 4.5 - To ensure a place for people to live in great neighborhoods.
Executive Summary:
The applicant is requesting a variance in the setback requirements associated with the City's Unified Development Ordinance as it relates to single-family homes within a Single Family Residential -10 (SF-10) zoning district. The variance would reduce the required 35 ft. rear yard setback by 10 ft., allowing a 25 ft. rear yard setback to accommodate the construction of a new single-family dwelling.
Background:
Owner: Adam Rose, Rose Builders Inc.
Request: Reduction of the minimum rear setback from 35 ft. to 25 ft. to allow for construction of a detached single-family dwelling.
Address: 505 Broadgate Rd
Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 0531664085000
Parcel Size: 0.38 acres ?
Existing Site Conditions: Vacant lot
Immediate Context: Single family residential neighborhood
Utilities: Public water, sewer, and power
Public Notice: Notification letters were sent to property owners within 300 ft. of the subject site equating to 35 notices sent.
Issues/Analysis:
Variance Criteria
In accordance with NCGS ? 160D-705(d) and UDO Section 30-2.C.14.f, five standards must be met for a variance to be granted.
1. Unnecessary hardship - Strict application of the Ordinance requirements results in practi...
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