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Driveway paving limits on small cul-de-sac lots in PZD subdivisions

The city caps concrete in residential front yards at 40%, but this homeowner wants 50% so fire trucks can turn around on his property. It's a trade-off between neighborhood green space/appearance rules and emergency response practicality.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 14, 2026

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Mahogany Avenue Zoning

Currently unzoned land at 7208 Mahogany Avenue would be zoned Transitional (T), a buffer district between uses.

1 mentionLast discussed Mar 3, 2026

LowZoning

Crane Hyundai rooftop equipment visibility

The new Hyundai dealership's rooftop units are visible from the street despite promises they'd be hidden. The BZA refused to let the dealership just paint them, denying the variance 1-7-1.

1 mentionLast discussed Jan 13, 2026