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Zoning Exception Request for 5508 Toddsbury Road

Original title: (CONTINUED FROM APRIL 1, 2026 MEETING): An application of Robert and Ingrid Van Orden for a special exception from Sections 30-300, 30-408.5(2) & 30-630.1(a) of the zoning ordinance for a building permit to construct an addition to an existing single-family (detached) dwelling at 5508 TODDSBURY ROAD (Tax Parcel Number W020-0131/010), located in an R-4 (Single-Family Residential) District. The side yard and street side yard (setback) requirements are not met. (1st District)

May 6, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This decision determines whether the homeowners are permitted to proceed with a building addition that currently violates local zoning regulations.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Robert and Ingrid Van Orden

The applicants are seeking approval to modify their property in a manner that currently exceeds zoning limitations.

1st District Residents

Local residents may be affected by changes to the neighborhood's established zoning setback patterns.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 6, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The Board of Zoning Appeals is reviewing an application from Robert and Ingrid Van Orden for a to build an addition on their home at 5508 Toddsbury Road. The proposed construction does not meet current zoning requirements for side yard and street side yard s.

Key Facts

  • The applicants are requesting a special exception from zoning ordinance sections 30-300, 30-408.5(2), and 30-630.1(a).
  • The request is for a building permit to construct an addition to an existing single-family detached dwelling.
  • The subject property is located at 5508 Toddsbury Road in an R-4 (Single-Family Residential) District.
  • The proposed construction fails to meet required side yard and street side yard setback distances.
  • This case was previously discussed at the April 1, 2026, meeting.
  • The case is identified as BZA 11-2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a special exception in zoning?
It is a request for permission to use or develop property in a way that deviates from standard zoning ordinance requirements, subject to board approval.
What are setback requirements?
requirements are the minimum distances a building or structure must be placed from property lines, including side and street-facing boundaries.

Why It Matters

This decision determines whether the homeowners are permitted to proceed with a building addition that currently violates local zoning regulations.

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Continued Case

The application was previously heard on April 1, 2026, indicating the board required additional time or information before reaching a decision.

Board of Zoning Appeals

Connected Entities

personRobert Van Orden“Applicant for the zoning special exception.”Map →
otherW020-0131/010“Tax parcel number for the subject property.”Map →
organizationBoard of Zoning Appeals“The governing body reviewing the application.”Map →
otherBZA 11-2026“Case file number for the application.”Map →
location5508 Toddsbury Road“The property address subject to the zoning application.”Map →
personIngrid Van Orden“Applicant for the zoning special exception.”Map →

Sources

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