Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting a variance from the terms of the Delaware County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow the total floor area of accessory structures to be greater than that of the dwelling in a residence zone, on premises located at 7900 East Piccadilly Road, Liberty Township, Delaware County, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

  • Applicant Testimony: Audie Barber Jr. requested approval for a 16x40 external storage unit for RC hobbies and personal items. He noted the structure is already on-site following a conversation with the Building Commissioner, Tom Fouch.
  • Action: John Hamilton moved to approve on the condition that the applicant works with the Building Commissioner for all necessary permits. Delaney Fritch seconded.
  • Vote: Approved 6-0.

BZA 49-26: Rhonda A. Jarvis:

Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting variances of use from the terms of the Delaware County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow the keeping of farm animals on less than 5 acres, to allow a reduced setback from the animals to the closest dwelling, and to allow the operation of a 4H business all in a farm zone, on premises located at 8891 North County Road 925 West, Harrison Township, Delaware County, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

  • Applicant Testimony: Rhonda Jarvis requested the variance for her pets, which currently include 5 goats, 4 horses, and 15 pigs. She noted the pigs were temporary.
  • Public Comment: David Phillips spoke in favor, explaining the high number of pigs was due to helping a friend whose farm was damaged by storms. Ms. Swackhamer noted 4 emails in opposition had been received citing concerns about odor.
  • Action: Steven Hinds moved to approve with the condition that the variance be for the applicant only. John Hamilton seconded.
  • Vote: 3-2-1 (Hinds, Hamilton, Mathewson: Yes; Ivy, Billington: No; Fritch: Abstain).
  • Result: No official action. The case failed to receive the required four votes and was automatically continued to the August 27, 2026 BZA meeting.

BZA 50-26: Timothy W. Sims:

Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting a variance from the terms of the Delaware County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow the total floor area of accessory structures to be greater than that of the dwelling in a residence zone, on premises located at 1501 North Hill Street, Liberty Township, Delaware County, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

  • Applicant Testimony: Tim Sims requested a larger garage to store and work on his four classic cars as he prepares for retirement. He confirmed he would tear down an existing 660-square-foot garage once the new one is built. He stated his neighbors were all in support.
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