BZA 51-26: Dara Ogle:

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 a reduced side setback for a new enclosed carport, in a farm zone, on premises located at 14145 East County Road 1100 North, Niles Township, Delaware County, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

• Applicant Testimony: Sean Silvers, representing Ms. Ogle, stated the 12x20 portable steel building would be placed on an existing blacktop parking spot on the driveway.
• Staff Input: MS. Swackhamer stated that the Building Commissioner, Tom Fouch had no concerns with the request.
• Action: Delaney Fritch moved to approve with the condition that all necessary permits are obtained. Steven Hinds seconded.
• Vote: Approved 6-0.

BZA 52-26: Jill Masters:

Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting a variance of use from the terms of the Delaware County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow the keeping of hens and a rooster in a residential zone, on premises located at 9710 South Fleming Street, Monroe Township, Delaware County, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

• Applicant Testimony: Jill Masters requested to keep up to 8 hens and 1 rooster (“Larry”) for personal use, noting the rooster helps protect the hens from owls.
• Action: Delaney Fritch moved to approve with the condition that the variance is for the applicant only and that there be no on-site egg sales. Richard Ivy seconded.
• Vote: Approved 6-0.

BZA 53-26: AutoZone, Inc.:

Being a public hearing on the matter of an application requesting variances from the terms of the City of Muncie Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance, to allow to allow an increased build to line, no sustainability feature, and a pole sign on a corridor road, all for a new auto store in a business zone, on premises located at 2210 North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Muncie, Indiana, as more accurately described in the application.

• Applicant Testimony: Austin Gideon explained the store is being rebuilt following a 2024 fire. The variances are needed because it has been over a year since operation and the