In a recent meeting of the Depew Zoning Board of Appeals, a variance request was unanimously approved for a local applicant seeking relief from zoning regulations. The board evaluated the application based on six criteria essential for granting area variances.

The applicant's responses indicated that granting the variance would not produce undesirable changes in the neighborhood, nor would it detrimentally affect nearby properties. The board agreed with these assessments, confirming that the benefits sought could not be achieved through alternative methods.

While the applicant indicated that the requested variance was substantial, the board concluded it was not, allowing for a more favorable ruling. Additionally, the board found no adverse impacts on physical or environmental conditions in the area. The question of whether the difficulty was self-created was deemed relevant but did not preclude the granting of the variance.

The board's motion to grant the variance was made by member Menard and seconded by member Spada, resulting in a unanimous vote of approval from all five members present. The applicant was informed that they could proceed with the permitting process following the meeting.

In related news, the board announced a public hearing scheduled for September 12, 2024, to consider another application for a fence construction at 19 Lackawanna Avenue. The pre-board meeting will commence at 6:30 PM, inviting community members to participate and voice their opinions on the matter.